The Shop Around the Corner (1940)

One of the most charming and romantic films around, this 1940 comic romance finds James Stewart (Vertigo, It's A Wonderful Life) working in a small shop in Budapest and longing for a girl to call his own. His coworker, Margaret Sullavan, feels the same, and soon they are both corresponding and falling in love with their respective pen pals. What they don't realize is that they are writing to and falling in love with each other, but the problem is that they can't stand each other in person. The beguiling nature of the mistaken identity formula that influenced countless films is done to perfection here, and the wry combativeness and delightful banter between the two leads makes this a very special film. --Robert Lane Amazon.com essential video

One of the best movies ever

I love this movie. I first saw it at the library and checked it out. There have been several movies made with the same theme. I believe it is based on a play which was based on a book. You've Got Mail is the currently well-known one and was based on this movie. The case is simple and the dvd works great, but the film itself isn't perfect by most modern standards. It is old and not in color and Hungary looks more like Hollywood. Only a few actors use accents, the rest speak normally. At times it can be a bit cheesy. But I still love it. There aren't many movies I can watch more than once or twice without getting bored. This is one I can watch many times and still enjoy. Anyone who enjoys a good clean romance will find this delightful. Jimmy Stewart is particularly good. July 12, 2008

The original "You Got Mail"

A movie full of laughs. A terrific film that the modern copy " You Got Mail" doesn't do justice too. A black and white classic that keeps you in stitches but at the same time leaves you with that so good feeling when it ends. If you like the modern I think you would love the original even more. March 28, 2008

The Shop Around the Corner-- simple plot, simple dialogue, lovely film.

The Shop Around the Corner James Stewart and Margaret Sullavan are able role models for Van Johnson and Judy Garland (In the Good Old Summertime) and Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan (You've Got Mail). For an Ernst Lubitsch fan this is a must-- a gentle film with a simple but clever plot and a touch of fantasy. If you're hooked on violence, tough language, or special effects-- find another film; for such a one, this is not a five-star film. March 12, 2008

The Shop Around The Corner

The Shop Around the Corner
This Ernst Lubitsch film is a gem. Its charm stems from every aspect of the production. The acting is excellent, as is the dialogue, directing, photography. Under the guise of a clever plot we see the profound humanity shine through the subtle wit of Lubitsch and the starring roles played exquisitely by Jimmy Stewart, Margaret Sullavan, Frank Morgan and Joseph Schildkraut. In short: A Great Film. January 28, 2008

A Love Story with great acting

The Shop Around the Corner
You can't go wrong with James Stewart and Margaret Sullivan. It is a love story of two people working in a shop in Budapest, Hungary who are at each other's throats, but unknown to either of them, they are pen pals who write love letters to each other.
If you liked " You Got Mail" with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, you will like this one because that movie's theme is based upon this classic.
There is romance, great humor, drama, and sentiment in this movie. Great performances, including those of the supporting cast, accent this timeless classic.
A must for any collector. January 18, 2008

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