And it is. Of course it's the usual zany nonsense with the Marx Bros. trying to save TONY MARTIN from a bunch of gangsters who want to take over ownership of a department store. If you're a Marx Bros. fan, you'll especially enjoy the climactic chase at the finale.
Aside from the Marx. Bros., MARGARET DUMONT, DOUGLAS DUMBRILLE, VIRGINIA GREY and TONY MARTIN (who gets to warble a couple of songs) all add to the fun--although not among the wacky best when it comes to the Marx Bros. material.
The film gets a glossy lift from the MGM production values obvious in the sets and costumes. Harpo has one of his best harp routines and there's a good set piece involving mechanically automated beds that disappear into the wall with Henry Armetta's brood of children.
The closing number is Martin's "Tenement Symphony" which he does with professional skill, joined by Harpo and Chico, orchestra and chorus. But it's the big roller skating chase through the department store that stays in the memory long after seeing the film. It's a wacky highlight of the film and watch it for some exceptionally good stunt work.
Aside from the Marx. Bros., MARGARET DUMONT, DOUGLAS DUMBRILLE, VIRGINIA GREY and TONY MARTIN (who gets to warble a couple of songs) all add to the fun--although not among the wacky best when it comes to the Marx Bros. material.
The film gets a glossy lift from the MGM production values obvious in the sets and costumes. Harpo has one of his best harp routines and there's a good set piece involving mechanically automated beds that disappear into the wall with Henry Armetta's brood of children.
The closing number is Martin's "Tenement Symphony" which he does with professional skill, joined by Harpo and Chico, orchestra and chorus. But it's the big roller skating chase through the department store that stays in the memory long after seeing the film. It's a wacky highlight of the film and watch it for some exceptionally good stunt work.
