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Walter Mitty (Danny Kaye), a daydreaming writer with an overprotective mother, likes to imagine that he is a hero who experiences fantastic adventures. His dream becomes true when he accidentally meets a mysterious woman (Virginia Mayo) who hands him a little black book. According to her, it contains the locations of the Dutch crown jewels hidden since World War II. Soon, Mitty finds himself in the middle of a confusing conspiracy and has to admit that being a hero in real life isn't that easy. South Korean Import with the original English soundtrack which also features removable Korean and English subtitles.
Walter MittyReviewed by Elizabeth Miller, 2010-01-09
I love this movie. It is incredibly funny. Danny Kaye at his best.
Comedic GeniusReviewed by April Sage, 2009-12-02
Danny Kaye was a comedic genius. He made many movies which
highlight his tremendous skill, but none so broad in scope as this.
Walter Mitty is a classic "milktoast" character, henpecked by his
mother, his fiance and his future mother-in-law. He is also absent
minded, for he is constantly dreaming up new characters for the
serial fiction company at which he works. In these delightful
daydreams, Mitty creates adventure stories built around his
larger-than-life heroic alter-ego.
Danny Kaye plays the absent-minded milktoast character so well that
you believe that this must be Kaye's true personality. But then,
during the day-dreaming sequences, Kaye plays the heroic legends
with such bravado, such pinache, that you realize the full scope of
Danny Kaye's talent. This is the perfect showcase for a man of his
enormous skill.
I have always believed that comedic acting is more difficult than
dramatic acting. Our modern times have seen the proof of this, with
the invention of the come-drama, and with so many comedic actors
making the transition to drama and scoring multiple Oscars for
their preformances. Comedy requires a range of acting skills from
subtle to flamboyant in order to be truly successful at it. Danny
Kaye was a brilliant performer, on a par with any we have produced
today, and this was one of his proudest moments.
My students enjoyed this movie!Reviewed by Diane J. Hait, 2009-11-15
Though the movie is from a different generation, my freshmen liked comparing it to the short story. They especially enjoyed Danny Kaye's performance. They watched one scene repeatedly--impressed with his vocal talents.
Danny Kaye is GreatReviewed by Marvin Bell, 2009-10-12
It's getting harder and harder to find movies by this great comedienne, actor, dancer and any other adjective that can describe the wonderful talents of Danny Kaye. If you're a fan then this is a must have. He bring the book to life.
The Secret Life of Walter MittyReviewed by Suzanne C. Murphy, 2009-06-10
This movie is great for those of us who love to daydream. Walter Mitty is the quintessential daydreamer of all times. But his daydreaming begins to have some reality added in when he runs into Virginia Mayo. This movie is enjoyable for all ages. I loved it! And Danny Kayes wife, Sylvia Fine, wrote all the songs that he cleverly sings.
