And what girls they are! Louise Brooks in France, Sally Rand in Bombay, Myrna Loy in China, according to the credits. However, on a first viewing, I didn't catch Sally or Myrna at all. Fortunately, the late- entering but super-charismatic Louise Brooks still has a major role, even though director Howard Hawks seams more intent on allowing Victor McLaglen to hog the camera from start to finish – with an assist here, there and almost everywhere from Robert Armstrong. In all, a well- produced but minor comedy that depends largely on the audience appeal of McLaglen and – to a lesser extent – Armstrong. For me, a little of Victor M. goes a long way and if it wasn't for the presence of Louise, I would have given the Grapevine DVD (quite a good copy incidentally) into the hands of the first friend to ask for it.
Review of A Girl in Every Port
