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The Book, And The Original Film, Aren't Always Better
Poor Dashiell Hammett. He wrote a book that became a movie that was better than the book. Lucky MGM. They then made a sequel that was better than the movie. "After The Thin Man" has the zippy, syncopated swingtime score that one would rightly associate with all of the 6 films, but which is absent in the original. (There is also too much music in the second film, pointing out the holes in the plot that was lifted from the original). But, all in all, if you only have tonight to see a Thin Man film, because your gay uncle said you must, and gave you a bottle of good gin to go with it (he was right, you really do want some cocktails on hand) see "After The Thin Man". <
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>This time, they're home (their lawn is the backyard of Coit Tower)and one of their in-laws has disappeared. The battle axe of an aunt (Jessie Ralph) is basically reprising the role she played in another MGM great, "San Francisco" (1936) and it seems that she's wearing the same clothes too; and she wants it kept out of the papers. Like all the Thin Man films, especially the better, first three; the best humor is between man and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Charles, and how they deal with the situations that arise. In essence, they know with whom they will be ending the night, so it doesn't matter to them who stumbles, or sachets-in along the way. Hollywood doesn't make such films, or create such characters today, and to be truthful, as married folks in film, they were stand-outs then. Instead of jealous fits and hand wringing suspense driving the plot, there's a rather cool headed humor based on a boundless and well founded trust between the two, that sparks most of the wit and leavens the plot. <
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>"After The Thin Man" is very entertaining, a true Classic, and an easy evening-in. Anyone trying to build a relationship would profit from watching this film, especially if they try to emulate the reactions of the Nick and Nora, when something goes wrong, or might be. Yet, in the end, it's entertainment, and very well done entertainment, at that.

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The best in the series
William Powell and Myrna Loy are GOLD as Nick and Nora Charles in this, the very best of the Thin Man Series. The laughs never stop coming, as one-liner after one-liner are exchanged. At times the characters names and their roles can become a bit confusing, but you'll enjoy this film never the less. <
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>Jimmy Stewart also has a nice little role, and is the best of the supporting cast. One of the best scenes in the film is when Nora brings Nick to her family's for New Years Eve. As soon as they enter the living room, one of her aunts says very seriously, "Nora, you poor girl." (none of the relatives are very fond of her husband). Nick later enjoys some quality time with his in-laws, having a conversation with them as they snore (really quite a brilliantly funny scene). Also, for those of you who have seen Mel Brookes films and are quite familiar with the "walk this way" gag (recycled much too much), you'll like seeing it in this film. <
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>The nice thing about After The Thin Man is that, unlike it's predecessor, it is never boring. I sort of thought The Thin Man got off on a slow start, where the second installment of the series gets started off right away. Another scene not to be missed: when Asta almost eats a clue! Nick and Nora go crazy trying to retrieve the info from the dog, who thinks it's all just a game. This a very fun comedy that is not to be missed!!

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Best of the 6 THIN MAN movies!!!
The very first THIN MAN movie was so popular due to love bickering relationship between Nick and Nora. It was no doubt a treat to see a married couple pick at each other and all the while the love they shared for each other was evident to all. The murder mystery almost takes second place to the bickering between Nick and Nora. Not so in AFTER THE THIN MAN.

AFTER THE THIN MAN devotes the bulk of the story to the murder mystery. Nick, who is still supposedly retired from detective work, gets lured into another case. A relative of Nora's needs Nick to prove her innocent. The case seems iron clad and Lieutenant Abrams, portrayed by Sam Levene is sure who the killer is. Only Nick seems to be able to sift through all the circumstantial evidence and get to the real evidence. Nora dogs his every step as she attempts to convince her family Nick is a good man even if he wears a "blue" collar.

James Stewart, prior to becoming famous, does well as the rejected love interest of the accused murderer. He will do anything to help her...or will he? Penny Singleton, prior to her role as Blondie Bumstead in the BLONDIE movies and her providing her voice as Jan Jetson on the JETSONS, has an interesting role as 1930's sexy street sassy blonde. As she would tell you, she's not illiterate because her parents were married at city hall.

So, while the original THIN MAN was fresh and new AFTER THE THIN MAN has all the dents and dings banged out of the script. It is a much better and much more interesting film. It is my favorite of the six THIN MAN films.

The DVD edition of this film is long overdue.