Pat and Mike
Director: George Cukor; Stars: Katharine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy; Release Date: September 19, 2000 |
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Pat and Mike - One of the most engaging George Cukor comedies, this was the director's eighth and last film with Katharine Hepburn. With exceptionally witty dialogue (the Kanin/Gordon script got an Academy Award nomination), PAT AND MIKE was tailor made for its two stars, presenting a picture of sexual politics far ahead of its time. The film tells the story of the unlikely professional and romantic relationship between a classy female golfer and a street smart sports promoter. Pat Pemberton (Katharine Hepburn) is a physical education teacher who, entering a golf tournament, is approached by Mike Conovan (Spencer Tracy), a sports promoter and manager. Impressed by her game, he convinces her to sign a pro contract to compete in various sporting competitions. Now it is Mike's task to get Pat into professional shape. Hepburn did all of her own golfing in the finished film. Appearing in the movie as themselves were some of the most celebrated sportswomen of the era, including golfer Babe Didriksen Zaharias and tennis star ...
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Key Information |
| Directors | George Cukor |
| Stars | Katharine Hepburn |
| Actors | Aldo Ray |
| Genre | Comedies |
| Subgenre | Vintage • Recommended • Friends • Love Story • Essential Cinema • Classic • Comedy • Sports • Theatrical Relea |
| MPAA Rating | Not Rated |
| Available Formats | VHS |
| UPC | 012569516427 |
| Release Date | 1952 |
| Running Time | 1hr 36min |
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Languages |
| Original Language | English |
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DVD Editions |
| DVD Editions | DVD1hr 35minWarner Home VideoSeptember 19, 2000Not Rated012569516427 |
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VHS Editions |
| VHS Editions | VHS1hr 35minFacets VideoNot Rated |
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Professional Reviews |
| Professional Reviews | (06/09/1989, p.3D, Mike Clark): "...By the time of this seventh Spencer Tracy-Katharine Hepburn teamings, it was sheer privilege to watch them interact..." |
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