Review of Mixed Nuts (1934) by J. R — 02 Dec 2018
I'm not sure why this movie fared so poorly. This has become a Christmas classic for my family. Its greatest success is in managing to reach that place all of us encounter, where everything that's wrong in our lives is spotlighted during what's supposed to be such a "merry season," but it does it with such heart and humor that we can connect to this eclectic little band of misfits, laugh at ourselves, and not feel so alone.
The ensemble is fabulous, headed up by Steve Martin and Rita Wilson, who have a lovey chemistry. Another highlight are the brilliant comedic performances from Madeline Kahn and Liev Shreiber. Juliette Lewis, Anthony Lapaglia and Adam Sandler round out the little band of misfits, and even the cameos are filled by wonderful comedic actors, Jon Stewart, Parker Posey, Steven Wright, Robert Klein, and Gary Shandling, etc.
each of whom brings their own hillarity (particularly, Rob Reiner as a veteranarian) On a final note, the soundtrack is marvelous. Maybe you just have to be a bit of a "mixed nut" to enjoy this charming, comedic confection around the holidays.
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This review of Mixed Nuts (1934) was written by J. R on 02 December 2018.
Mixed Nuts has generally received mixed reviews.
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