(putting on nerd outfit) Um, I believe it’s actually Sammy Smith, veteran musical theater guy, who also doubles as Mr. Twimble in this great movie as well.
Yes, Fosse did choreograph this film. You can tell the movements are simple yet they seem complex, a Fosse trademark.
If you see the film in it’s entirity, the number “A Secretary is Not A Toy” is classic Fosse.
Could someone please help me find one of Robert Morse’s most uncommon, but awesome and biblical involvements? In 1982, he did a TV Series called The Good Book, playing as the narrator, host, and some of the other characters where they tell the stories of the Bible and make it hilarious at the same time. I saw the Daniel and the Lions Den once as a kid and I really like it.
MrJoe, I have not read the comments first which I usually do, but I saw your comment right away and now i know it would be a waste of time to read the others if they are being goofy.. I assumed every one would enjoy it. Well, back to the vid for me I LOVE THIS SHOW!!
P.S.Knowing me I will go back and read the comments. But YES THIS IS GREAT
I would like to find a vid of Robert Morse doing his live stage version of Truman Capote!!
Why is everyone getting so philosophical in their analysis? It’s just a movie!!! Robert Morse did a great job in a movie that portrayed the time in which it was written. Like all great shows, it has stood the test of time and become a classic. Leave the psycho-analysis out of it and just sit back and enjoy the show!!!
Two stories about movie acting:
John Wayne, who was no great actor but certainly presence, was terrified with his first feature. Ford said “You don’t act as much as react,” which is similar to Dom Purcell’s story of acting class with a woman writhed with emotion. At end Teach said “Dom did it perfectly. he reacted.”
Burt Reynolds told Spencer Tracy he was an actor. Tracy said “Just don’t let anyone catch you doing it.”
At least part of it is stage acting vs. movie acting. Everything is exaggerated on Broadway. Movie demand subtle. That was one of Zero Mostel’s problems.
25 Responses to Robert Morse, Brotherhood of Man, How to Succeed in Business
mondotwistedmojo
December 11th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
Drew Carey version kicks this version’s ass. This is boring.
Selendomono
December 11th, 2009 at 2:58 pm
you have to love the “sassy” soprano of the secretary
hazybear
December 11th, 2009 at 3:18 pm
his face around 0:30 slays me
disgrl4
December 11th, 2009 at 3:56 pm
Bertram Cooper!!
kahlilnelson
December 11th, 2009 at 4:35 pm
(putting on nerd outfit) Um, I believe it’s actually Sammy Smith, veteran musical theater guy, who also doubles as Mr. Twimble in this great movie as well.
jackinla8
December 11th, 2009 at 4:42 pm
take a closer look
jackinla8
December 11th, 2009 at 4:54 pm
And now Robert Morse plays old Bertram Cooper in Mad Men.
jackinla8
December 11th, 2009 at 5:21 pm
No joke — take a closer look 2:56, “Wally” the old guy in the red chair is in fact Moe Howard, but it’s not him singing.
stevenhonse
December 11th, 2009 at 5:55 pm
Moe Howard? You are too funny.
rodyshusband
December 11th, 2009 at 6:06 pm
Yes, Fosse did choreograph this film. You can tell the movements are simple yet they seem complex, a Fosse trademark.
If you see the film in it’s entirity, the number “A Secretary is Not A Toy” is classic Fosse.
luvXmusik
December 11th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
that lady is funny
jackinla8
December 11th, 2009 at 7:19 pm
It’s MOE HOWARD from the Three Stooges!
pimpmyride666
December 11th, 2009 at 7:54 pm
Could someone please help me find one of Robert Morse’s most uncommon, but awesome and biblical involvements? In 1982, he did a TV Series called The Good Book, playing as the narrator, host, and some of the other characters where they tell the stories of the Bible and make it hilarious at the same time. I saw the Daniel and the Lions Den once as a kid and I really like it.
peteradaniel
December 11th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
BOB FOSSE?
FUDGYPAUL
December 11th, 2009 at 8:41 pm
I have always thought this movie was hilarious, especially this scene with a bunch of old men in suits doing a musical number. So original.
SueBeaWho
December 11th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
Do I detect Robert Q. Lewis as one of the suits??
SueBeaWho
December 11th, 2009 at 9:36 pm
God I have ALWAYS loved Robert Morse.
For you younger ppl , think Matthew Broderick. Oh God that guy is too old for you guys too lol. Anyway LOVE him
SueBeaWho
December 11th, 2009 at 9:38 pm
MrJoe, I have not read the comments first which I usually do, but I saw your comment right away and now i know it would be a waste of time to read the others if they are being goofy.. I assumed every one would enjoy it. Well, back to the vid for me I LOVE THIS SHOW!!
P.S.Knowing me I will go back and read the comments. But YES THIS IS GREAT
I would like to find a vid of Robert Morse doing his live stage version of Truman Capote!!
GJNCA
December 11th, 2009 at 10:37 pm
Let’s not forget Rudy Vallee’s wonderful performance in this film! A real jewel!
MrJoenowak
December 11th, 2009 at 11:06 pm
Why is everyone getting so philosophical in their analysis? It’s just a movie!!! Robert Morse did a great job in a movie that portrayed the time in which it was written. Like all great shows, it has stood the test of time and become a classic. Leave the psycho-analysis out of it and just sit back and enjoy the show!!!
tombradley
December 11th, 2009 at 11:49 pm
Two stories about movie acting:
John Wayne, who was no great actor but certainly presence, was terrified with his first feature. Ford said “You don’t act as much as react,” which is similar to Dom Purcell’s story of acting class with a woman writhed with emotion. At end Teach said “Dom did it perfectly. he reacted.”
Burt Reynolds told Spencer Tracy he was an actor. Tracy said “Just don’t let anyone catch you doing it.”
JonahsBrother
December 12th, 2009 at 12:36 am
id like to state how i love that you said that
thank you good sir thank you
tombradley
December 12th, 2009 at 1:00 am
At least part of it is stage acting vs. movie acting. Everything is exaggerated on Broadway. Movie demand subtle. That was one of Zero Mostel’s problems.
irvingklaw57
December 12th, 2009 at 1:57 am
He’s in Mad Men isn’t he?
2:54 is my favorite part.
JonahsBrother
December 12th, 2009 at 2:32 am
hes a great actor and i really do love this movie but he simply looks crazy in this video