Cinematheque Special Presentation

An unlucky tailcoat, which brings a curse upon anyone who wears it, serves as the linking device for this absolutely delightful collection of short episodes featuring a jaw-dropping cast of 40s movie superstars. The amazing roster of performers includes Rita Hayworth, Henry Fonda, Edward G. Robinson, Charles Laughton, Ginger Rogers, Charles Boyer, Paul Robeson, and George Sanders. Bonus: A look at an episode excised from the original release version starring W.C. Fields!