Film Forum

U.S., 1958
Directed by Morton DaCosta
Written by Betty Comden, Adolph Green
Starring Rosalind Russel, Forrest Tucker, Coral Browne
Based on the novel of the same name by Patrick Dennis
Approx 143 min. DCP.

“Rosalind Russel gives the performance of her life, recreating her famous stage role as a madcap Roaring Twenties eccentric who lives life to the fullest. Based on Patrick Dennis’s autobiographical novel, Mame’s colorful antics are seen through the eyes of her orphaned 10-year-old nephew, Patrick, whose life becomes a whirlwind of parties with his Auntie’s bohemian friends, much to the consternation of the conservative trustee (Fred Clark) of the boy’s estate.” – Leonard Maltin’s Family Film Guide
 

Reviews

“A sparkling comedy that should appeal to the whole family.”
– Leonard Maltin’s Family Film Guide