Sullivan's Travels
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Preston Sturges' "Sullivan's Travels" is a comedic drama that follows a director who wants to make serious films but ends up making comedies.
The film explores themes of art, life, and the importance of comedy.
The film's humor comes from the contrast between the director's aspirations and his reality.
The film's enduring appeal lies in its exploration of timeless themes and its insightful commentary on the nature of filmmaking.
The film's memorable characters and quotable lines have cemented its place in popular culture.
The film explores themes of art, life, and the importance of comedy.
The film's humor comes from the contrast between the director's aspirations and his reality.
The film's enduring appeal lies in its exploration of timeless themes and its insightful commentary on the nature of filmmaking.
The film's memorable characters and quotable lines have cemented its place in popular culture.
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Stuart Klawans

Stuart Klawans, "Crooked, But Never Common: The Films of Preston Sturges" (Columbia UP, 2023)


