Ola Balkowiec
Some Like It Hot (1959)
And I like it hot. For those who are unaware, Some Like It Hot is about two men who find themselves in a dangerous predicament where they must cross dress as musical girls in order to escape a group of mafia men as well as find any source of income. This 50 year old classic has an obviously well developed setting with excellent attention to Prohibition Era lifestyles and comedy that give a sense of old-timey nostalgia that goes simply undefeated by modern movies in similar genres such as The Great Gatsby (2013). While the plot may be a bit predictable, credit must be given to what was probably an original back in the day. However even if the comedy or romance are a bit too cheesy for your liking, there is no denying the film’s principal feature—Marilyn Monroe. Monroe plays a stereotypical dumb blonde with a little bit of a drinking problem that could warm even the coldest of hearts. She laughs, sings, and even cries in ways far too cute for mortal eyes. She easily ensnared the hearts of the two masculine leads at first sight and seems to follow suite just as easily with the viewer as well. During even the most awkward cross-dressed shenanigans, her genuine and endearing portrayal pulls the entire movie together. Her simple nature and sincere heart just beg the viewer to give her the yacht she deserves. She is without a doubt the hallmark of this film, but the comedy still does a noteworthy job of keeping up. Definitely watch this. 9/10
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