Inherit the Wind
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Movie Reviews of Inherit the Wind
Movie Review: ART IMITATING LIFE
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a classic movie interpretation of the stage production interpretation of the famous "Scopes Monkey Trial" in which Clarence Darrow, arguably the best American trial lawyer in 20th century America, went up against William Jennings Bryan, candidate for president and secretary of state in the Wilson administration, challenging the Tenessee law prohibiting the teaching of evolution in that State's public schools. H. L. Menken, then a reporter for the Baltimore Sun, covered the trial and turned it into a watershed event of science (reason) vs. religion (superstition) that still resonates today with "intellegent design" replacing "creationism" in the battle against reason. Spencer Tracy does an outstanding job defining the Clarence Darrow character, Fredric March plays the pompous, pontificating prosecutor, and Gene Kelly rounds out the cast playing the reporter.Movie Review: So tense, you can cut the atmosphere with a knife
Summary: 5 Stars
I've been watching a number of Spencer Tracy films recently, having become friendly with someone who knew him. His warm yet laconic style brings something special to every part, and this great movie is no exception. Court dramas have a special appeal of their own and for some reason this reminds me of A Few Good Men - maybe because the action centres around the unexpected performance of a key witness. I especially like the informal style of the 1920s courthouse, with bias on view throughout the whole proceedings. Tracy retains his cool, helped by a brilliant cast who create one those memorable moments in cinema when Frederic March cracks under pressure. Watch for a great piece of work from Gene Kelly and Harry Morgan as the oh-so plausible judge. It's just over $7 on Amazon - much cheaper than a movie ticket.Movie Review: 'Inherit the Wind' is as Relevant Today As Ever
Summary: 5 Stars
Loosely based on the "Scopes Monkey Trial," this film is the acting version of a heavyweight fight. "Inherit the Wind" pits two stellar actors in Spencer Tracy and Fredric March against each other, and it's hard to determine which is the better acted role. They act their guts out in a film that has issues people STILL debate fiercely today.It focuses on the issues of Creationism, Evolution, and the arrogance often exhibited by both theory's adherants. March being the staunch defender of Creationism, and Biblical truth, and Tracy's defense of Evolution, and science over superstition.
It is gripping, well-produced, and well worth the time invested in it. It will either reaffirm your beliefs, or challenge them. Either way, it is an experience not to be missed.
Movie Review: Great film!
Summary: 5 Stars
I ordered this movie because I found out that Dick York was in it. I love him so I took a chance. What a pleasant surprise.
Compared to modern dramas, most of the old black and white films are acted with a sort of over-dramatic style. This movie is only like that when it the characters should be, like in court. Otherwise, it was acted well and without the over-done drama.
This movie will undoubtedly ruffle the feathers of anyone who needs to believe in creationist stories, but for those of us who embrace science and logic, and who believe in seperation of church and state, this is an important issue that is very well handled in this movie.
I love Dick York, but I'd love this movie even if he weren't in it. I'm glad I bought it.
Movie Review: A wonderful movie about human thought
Summary: 5 Stars
Inherit the Wind is one of my favorite movies. It is replete with dramatic surprises, and the drama "evolves" (parden the pun) into an insightful thesis about human thought, and how it should not be controlled.Spencer Tracy is truly a presence on the screen. He can be charming and moving. Fredric March also holds his own quite well. In the progress of the movie, it is possible to see why these two men were friends, and also, why they drifted apart.
Inherit the Wind is, above all, a human drama, and the failings and limitations of each of the main characters is bared for our analysis. Another version (Jason Robards and Kirk Douglas) is also a fine effort. Both serve as a testament to frailty, and power, of human thought.