Going Highbrow

"Going Highbrow" is entertaining, yes, but it definitely also is lacking an uncertain something. I just couldn't help thinking during the entire film that it was a shame for this notable cast and the attention to production to be pretty much squandered on a story that is so under-developed as well as begging for another edit.

The sets, for example the diner, the hotel, the party venue, and even the streets are filled with extras and appointments that were carefully chosen and liberally placed. Edw Everett Horton gets carried away at times with his antics, but the cast does a credible job here and it is fun to see Ms. Pitts and Mr. Kibbee play their cards. But, gee, a little more care and ten minutes more of exposition here and there could have resulted in a far more satisfying picture. Nonetheless, it should be fun for movie fans of the 1930's to see once.