Little Women 1933

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Little Women ★★★★ 1933

Louisa May Alcott's Civil War story of the four March sisters—Jo, Beth, Amy, and Meg—who share their loves, their joys, and their sorrows. Everything about this classic film is wonderful, from the lavish period costumes to the excellent script, and particularly the captivating performances by the cast. A mustsee for fans of Alcott and Hepburn, and others will find it enjoyable. 107m/B VHS, DVD . Katharine Hepburn, Joan Bennett, Paul Lukas, Edna May Oliver, Frances Dee, Spring Byington, Jean Parker, Douglass Montgomery; D: George Cukor; W: Victor Heerman, Sarah Y. Mason; C: Henry W. Gerrard; M: Max Steiner. Oscars ‘33: Adapt. Screenplay; Venice Film Fest. ‘34: Actress (Hepburn).

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