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The Last Hurrah

The Last Hurrah

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Movie Politics
Review: This is one of the best political genre films ever made. Spencer Tracey is at his very best as the down-to-earth mayor of small U.S. city. Corrupt city politics is displayed in a humorous fashion as Tracy's character seeks re-election, all the while being covered by a local newspaper reporter (his nephew portrayed by Jeffrey Hunter).

Tracy's acting ability shines here. The film is packed with Hollywood's best character actors, including Basil Rathbone and Pat O'Brian. This is a must see during election time.

I consider Spencer Tracy America's greatest actor, and I rate this in my top five of great Tracy films. This film, while dated, portrays old-time politics in a funny, yet truthful fashion. Also, Tracy's death-bed scene at the film's end, is one of Tracy's best acting moments. The movie is a pure joy to watch.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Ford's Last Hurrah
Review: This was indeed a "last hurrah" for many of those involved: the last film of quality for most of the veteran stars involved. It's far from perfect, being sentimental and contrived, but it's quite enjoyable -- particularly the sparring between Tracy and the patrician banker played by Basil Rathbone. And the ending has some surprise and power. Overall, not bad at all.


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