9. Whats up Doc? (1972) Bogdanovich Homage to the 30s screwball comedies about 4 identical suitcases and zany mix-ups at a SF Hotel. RyanO'Neal is an absent minded musicologist (ala Gary Grant) caught up in all and Barbara Streisand is the lovable kook (ala Hepburn).. Many of the characters/jokes/situations are lifted from various 30s comedies - i.e. Bringing up Baby. I found the car chase brilliant and laughed at some jokes. The supporting actors are good especially Madeline Kahn.
Flaws: The movie has two main problems - the leads and pace. O'Neal is no Cary Grant, he's not even Gregory Peck. Playing without any energy, he seems embalmed. Streisand isn't as bad as expected, but still lacked the charm, looks, and comic timing necessary for a screwball comedienne . Hepburn could be eccentric and charming - Streisand just comes off as annoying. Secondly, the pace is too slow. Those who describe it as "zany" and "madcap" need to watch more 30s comedies.
Summary Not bad -has some funny moments and an excellent chase scene. Rating **1/2
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