Review of Some Like It Hot (1959) by Ryan V — 16 May 2012

I may have to watch this again, but honestly, it was hard as Hell to get through the first time. It had its moments, but even as Billy Wilder films go, the odd pacing was even odder. The quirky humor was even quirkier.

I much more prefer Billy's work in "Double Indemnity" and "The Seven Year Itch," the latter being one of my all-time favorites. Even though I blame the slow pacing and not-as-funny-as-people-think script, part of the problem may be my inability to enjoy Tony Curtis in his heyday.

I love Jack Lemmon, especially in his dramatic roles, but not being a big fan of Tony Curtis in general, plus minimally enjoying this role of Jack Lemmon's, may be the reason I didn't care for the chemistry pieced together for this film.

Marilyn was Marilyn, but I've been amazed at the negative comments around her weight. She was still one of the most beautiful women ever in film and, no matter how little I enjoyed "Some Like It Hot," it was quintessential Marilyn.

I've just seen better out of everyone else involved.