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  1. Jun 19, 2024 · One of the true great straight ladies of comedy was Margaret Dumont. She was the comedic foil in many Marx Brothers movies, but she was actually a wonderful actress.Dumont was born Daisy Juliette Baker in 1882 Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of William and Harriet Anna (née Harvey) Baker.

  2. Jun 23, 2024 · Heavily influencing comparably-modern classics from Mel Brooks' BLAZING SADDLES to Woody Allen's BANANAS (and even Charlie Chaplin's THE GREAT DICTATOR), The Marx Brothers' DUCK SOUP is by far their greatest movie... with a neatly constructed beginning, middle and end where their perfect straight-person Margaret Dumont forces the ...

  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › GhostbustersGhostbusters - Wikipedia

    2 days ago · William Atherton was chosen for the role of Walter Peck after he had appeared in the Broadwayplay Broadway. Peck was described as akin to Margaret Dumont's role as a comedic foilto the Marx Brothers. Atherton said: "It can't be funny, and I don't find [the Ghostbusters] in the least bit charming. I have to be outraged."

  4. Jun 20, 2024 · One of the true great straight ladies of comedy was Margaret Dumont. She was the comedic foil in many Marx Brothers movies, but she was actually a wonderful actress.Dumont was born Daisy Juliette Baker in 1882 Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of William and Harriet Anna (née Harvey) Baker.

  5. Jun 29, 2024 · King Creon was Groucho, the blind seer became the mute Harpo, and Antigone’s sister became the Margaret Dumont character, with whom Creon/Groucho continually flirted.

  6. Jun 25, 2024 · Duck Soup” is a classic Marx Brothers comedy film set in the fictional country of Freedonia, known for its timeless slapstick humor and witty one-liners, making it a must-watch for comedy lovers.

  7. Jun 23, 2024 · Unsurprisingly, the wealthy heiress Mrs. Rittenhouse (Margaret Dumont) is set to welcome a group of Animal Crackers to her palatial estate. Allow me to explain. Broadly speaking, being a production by the aforementioned comedic group, Dumont’s character is typical for many of these films.

  8. 5 days ago · Margaret Dumont, who was sometimes called "The Marx Sister" because of her frequent work with the Marx Brothers, appeared as Mrs. Potter in "The Cocoanuts", as Mrs. Rittenhouse in "Animal Crackers" (Groucho, who felt that this part did not take full advantage of Ms. Dumont's talents, referred to her as "Mrs. Writtenrotten" in one ...

  9. Jun 24, 2024 · Margaret Dumont (1882-1965) appeared in many of the brothers' films, and was usually the brunt of sharp asides and jokes. She truly disliked the way the brothers treated her offstage, as they were always pulling pranks or pinching her bottom.

  10. Jul 5, 2024 · Duck Soup (1933) This Marx Brothers classic is a satire about the nature of war, politics, and affairs of the state. Directed by Leo McCarey and starring Groucho, Harpo, Chico and Zeppo Marx, and Margaret Dumont. Running time: 1 hour, 8 minutes. Duck Soup (1933) Official Trailer - Marx Brothers Movie HD Watch on Single Ticket $12.00