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Miss Manton est folle

Original title: The Mad Miss Manton
  • 1938
  • Tous publics
  • 1h 20m
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
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Henry Fonda, Barbara Stanwyck, Whitney Bourne, Vickie Lester, Sam Levene, and Frances Mercer in Miss Manton est folle (1938)
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After the murdered body discovered by beautiful, vivacious socialite Melsa Manton disappears, police and press label her a prankster until she proves them wrong.After the murdered body discovered by beautiful, vivacious socialite Melsa Manton disappears, police and press label her a prankster until she proves them wrong.After the murdered body discovered by beautiful, vivacious socialite Melsa Manton disappears, police and press label her a prankster until she proves them wrong.

  • Director
    • Leigh Jason
  • Writers
    • Philip G. Epstein
    • Wilson Collison
    • Fred F. Finklehoffe
  • Stars
    • Barbara Stanwyck
    • Henry Fonda
    • Sam Levene
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.7/10
    3K
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    • Director
      • Leigh Jason
    • Writers
      • Philip G. Epstein
      • Wilson Collison
      • Fred F. Finklehoffe
    • Stars
      • Barbara Stanwyck
      • Henry Fonda
      • Sam Levene
    • 51User reviews
    • 15Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck
    • Melsa Manton
    Henry Fonda
    Henry Fonda
    • Peter Ames
    Sam Levene
    Sam Levene
    • Lieutenant Brent
    Frances Mercer
    Frances Mercer
    • Helen Frayne
    Stanley Ridges
    Stanley Ridges
    • Edward Norris
    Whitney Bourne
    Whitney Bourne
    • Pat James
    Vickie Lester
    Vickie Lester
    • Kit Beverly
    • (as Vicki Lester)
    Ann Evers
    Ann Evers
    • Lee Wilson
    Catherine O'Quinn
    • Dora Fenton
    Linda Perry
    Linda Perry
    • Myra Frost
    • (as Linda Terry)
    Eleanor Hansen
    Eleanor Hansen
    • Jane
    Hattie McDaniel
    Hattie McDaniel
    • Hilda
    • (as Hattie McDaniels)
    James Burke
    James Burke
    • Sullivan
    Paul Guilfoyle
    Paul Guilfoyle
    • Bat Regan
    Penny Singleton
    Penny Singleton
    • Frances Glesk
    Leona Maricle
    Leona Maricle
    • Sheila Lane
    Kay Sutton
    Kay Sutton
    • Gloria Hamilton
    Miles Mander
    Miles Mander
    • Mr. Thomas
    • Director
      • Leigh Jason
    • Writers
      • Philip G. Epstein
      • Wilson Collison
      • Fred F. Finklehoffe
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    User reviews51

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    7Handlinghandel

    Stylish Comedy/Mystery

    I sI saw this on TV when I was young and, though it was trumpeted as hilarious, I didn't like it. Now, I have seen 30 or more movies of around the same period that combine romance, comedy, and mystery. And I have grown to appreciate Barbara Stanwyck as one of the great stars in Hollywood's history. So: I really enjoyed it a lot.

    Stanwyck, as the title character, is mad only in the sense of madcap. Probably it is a matter of alliteration more than anything else. Henry Fonda is fun as the newspaper man who hates and then falls for her.

    A few years later, they were to be teamed again in Preston Sturges's great "The Lady Eve."

    The subway is a good gimmick, and all the minor players are fun. Miss Manton, or as we'd say today Ms. Manton, has a whole crew of gal-pals, who scream and giggle and make the whole affair very lively indeed.
    9TedFonte

    Stanwyck & Fonda better than Tracy and Hepburn

    This movie, a warmup for Stanwyck and Fonda for the later The Lady Eve, is entirely enjoyable. A lighthearted piece of fluff, true, but everybody is having such a good time that it becomes totally infectious. Stanwyck, a rich deb, while walking her dogs in the middle of night, stumbles over a murdered man who disappears when she summons the police, of course. Fonda, a news editor/reporter, castigates her in print, and she threatens to sue. They, in the time-honored tradition of Hollywood comedy/mysteries, jointly, and sometimes separately and at loggers head, try to solve the mystery and find the murderer. Stanwyck is aided by a cohort of fellow debutantes, who do things helter-skelter en masse. The scene when Stanwyck sics 'em on Fonda ("Get him, girls"), with Fonda crawfishing as they advance, alone is worth the price of admission, as is the final avowal of love and proposal of marriage.
    7blanche-2

    beautiful young Stanwyck and handsome Fonda

    This is a delightful comedy/mystery, very much of its time, starring Barbara Stanwyck and Henry Fonda. Stanwyck does a great job as a madcap socialite (though the title would have you think she's a crazy bag lady) who gets involved in a murder and with reporter Fonda. Miss Manton has a mouthy maid played by Hattie McDaniel (listed as McDaniels in the credits) and many girlfriends, all of whom are at her beck and call.

    Stanwyck's gift for comedy is apparent, and Manton was a perfect character for her - sophisticated, clever, and vulnerable. Fonda is very juvenile and ardent. They make a great pair.
    7abcj-2

    I'm Mad about Miss Manton

    Several factors need to be in place for you to enjoy The Mad Miss Manton. First, it helps to like Barbara Stanwyck. I love her! Second, it helps to like Henry Fonda. He's great! Third, it helps to like Hattie Mc Daniel. Not only do I, but she's quite hilarious! Next, Miss Manton (Stanwyck) is constantly surrounded by her group of elitist girlfriends. If it had just been Miss Manton, then it would have been mighty scary vs. mysterious. Miss Manton's flighty friends in their 40's gowns with their big 40's furs and their typical 40's hairstyles keep this film light and fluffy. Fluffy due to their big fluffy furs:) Also, it helps to enjoy screwball comedies. This one is screwball to the max. It's not a perfect screwball. It's not award worthy. It is a fun film with a great cast. It's also fun to mix some mystery into the mix. Finally, it's just pure entertainment. It may be a bit dated now, and many great films have come after it. However, if you put yourself back in time, you might imagine the abundance of entertainment you'd get from a dime or a quarter at the movies. Sometimes perspective helps make a movie better. I doubt anyone making it at the time thought people would still be watching it in the next century. With those factors in mind, I appreciate the entertainment value from this obscure comedy with a delightful cast.
    8dpastor

    Wonderful Fonda-Stanwyk vehicle!

    I think this may be Henry Fonda and Barbara Stanwyck's first movie together and sparks fly. The dialog is fast and witty. The actual mystery shown in the movie is irrelevant. If you like films from the 30's and have already seen the classics such as The Lady Eve and Palm Beach Story, then definitely see this. I wish Henry Fonda had done more comedy but he makes up for lost time here. Unlike The Lady Eve, where he is primarily the straight man (with terrific physical comedy), in the Mad Miss Manton he gives as good as he gets with his leading lady. I don't know why this movie doesn't get more attention. I think it is a lot funnier than "The Male Animal". For another comedic effort of Fonda's, watch Tales of Manhattan. He has a gem of a scene with Ginger Rogers.

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    • Trivia
      Supporting player Vickie Lester took her name from Janet Gaynor's character in Une étoile est née (1937). Unfortunately, she never achieved stardom and, after only a handful of films, she retired from the silver screen and opened a dress shop selling original gowns of her own design.
    • Goofs
      When Melsa first calls the police at the beginning, the police cars are rushing to the Lane mansion. As they pass "Jones Drug Co" and "Barber Shop", the signs are backwards indicating the film has been flipped over.
    • Quotes

      Melsa Manton: [storms into the room and slaps the first man she sees] Are you Peter Ames?

      Peter's Secretary: No...

      Peter Ames: But I am...

      Melsa Manton: [Slaps Peter]

      Peter Ames: [Slaps Melsa] To complete the circle.

    • Crazy credits
      During the opening credits, a flashlight lights up each page of credits.
    • Connections
      Featured in AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Henry Fonda (1978)
    • Soundtracks
      Home on the Range
      Music by Daniel E. Kelley (1904)

      Lyrics by Brewster M. Higley (as Brewster 'Bruce' Higley) (1873)

      Sung a cappella by James Burke

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    • Release date
      • November 30, 1938 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Mad Miss Manton
    • Filming locations
      • Columbia/Warner Bros. Ranch - 411 North Hollywood Way, Burbank, California, USA(New York scenes)
    • Production company
      • RKO Radio Pictures
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    • Budget
      • $383,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 20 minutes
    • Color
      • Black and White
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.37 : 1

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