"Nobody's Perfect" - The Making of 'Some Like It Hot' with Monroe, Curtis & Lemmon

[@lisalindsey277]

They should never do a remake when the original cast *MAKES* the movie. “Gone with the Wind” was as much about Vivien and Clark Gable as the plot. “The Wizard of Oz” loses its magic without Judy Garland. This movie is a success because of Billy Wilder, Marilyn Monroe, Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis. You can’t duplicate that. Why even try?

[@Kellystella97]

but a ... like bringing out the same movie same cast just as if new that would be cool to see it on the big screen again

[@angelique___5607]

I agree. I wish Boringwood CGI non-acting crap artists would just simply leave classics ALONE! Ghostbusters, Wizard of Oz, ET, Jaws, Terminator, Predator, Alien, The Ten Commandments, Cleopatra, Gone with the Wind, Some like it Hot. Just bloody leave them alone and get some new ideas of their own! I HATE remakes! Lame!

[@conradkorbol]

Angelique ___ it’s weird cuz revivals are hugely popular in plays, but so many hate remakes. I think remakes can be good. It’s good to revive to bring attention to the old

[@diannakaplan8853]

Explained simply yet ideally. As much as I dislike Tony Curtis, I can't imagine this movie with anyone else playíng Josephine.

[@sorryi6685]

Scarface was remake of 1932 masterpiece. As much as I like this movie, a lot of new generation don't know about this and as long as Hollywood dont try anything woke and stay true to source material, it can be replicated again

[@johnwright2911]

The fact that Marilyn had just suffered a miscarriage, and was brilliant in this comedic role, says how amazing of an actress she really was. She was devastated inside, but you'd never know it.

[@ksteiger]

Apparently everyone on set knew it.

[@brysonwest93]

Everyone was wonderful, but Lemmon was absolutely amazing.

[@claramarone5510]

Agree!!!

[@cherriemcbratney162]

Love Jack Lemmon. RIP to a good man.

[@gypsybond8651]

Marilyn - so vulnerable and so innocent and so memorable - in this comedy movie. Can't believe she actually sang those songs "Running wild", "I'm through with love" and "I wanna be loved by you"! No matter how many times you watch or rewatch this movie, it never gets boring.

[@carleavesceo709]

This movie is a riot. You will laugh so hard. I give it 10 STARS!!!!!!

[@grahamstubbs4962]

Monroe, Curtis and Lemon. They nailed it.

[@carolinecorman1716]

My all time favorite comedy. Jack Lemmon stole the show

[@lynn69jackson]

Him and Joe E Brown stole the movie .

[@poetcomic1]

Billy Wilder did an interview and talked about working with Marilyn and how insanely difficult it was. How it drove him to near insanity at times. Then he got a look in his eyes and says, "If she lived and had wanted to do another movie I'd do it in a minute, because what you get up there on the screen is pure magic."

[@eileen8776]

I don't think anyone could remake this movie. They had the perfect cast which could never be replicated. Excellent movie.

[@SteamyBun]

So interesting to see the contrast between Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon. Lemmon seemed to be a good-spirited and kind man - you don't hear him say a mean word about Marilyn, and he credits others for the best bits in the movie. Curtis kinda borders on misogynistic (yeah I know, it was "the times") and a little full of himself. I'm a bigger Jack Lemmon fan after watching this!

[@miltoncallan1471]

Marilyn was simply adorable and really showed a tremendous amount of talent. My favorite comedy of all time.

[@michaelmurray3182]

Jack Lemmon is absolutely hilarious in this. One of my favorite movies

[@MissAshley-jq9gl]

i loved grumpy old men lol good movie.

[@chrisnoneyabiz4072]

This movie cannot be remade. You can't remake any Marilyn Monroe movie because she can't be duplicated. She's the greatest icon in Hollywood history.

[@mariexx__]

Did someone say they were going to make a remake ?😳

[@mansoto1]

@@mariexx__ these days, I wouldn’t be surprised. The lack of originality in Hollywood is horrendous.

[@TheNewsAnchorYouTrust]

It's 2022 and I can confirm: It's still the best comedy ever written !! 💖

[@lightseeker1053]

I agree 100%! Liebe Grüße aus dem Chiemgau!

[@salmahaik]

2023💫💫💫

[@edgarvalderrama1143]

That ending has made me smile for most of my 94 years.

[@HartmutJagerArt]

No doubt 'Some like it Hot' kept you young at 94 !

[@jbelafonte]

I find it weird that there was no mention of Joe E. Brown. He was an essential part in that movie and the scenes with Jack Lemmon were hilarious.

[@lisajan580]

he wad wonderfull ,both legends

[@WhateverNWhatNot]

I love Jack Lemmon. I wish he was still around.

[@janedaily128]

DO NOT Remake this movie! It would lose the genuine spirit of this film!

[@Altunuzraids]

At least it would give more attention to the original movie

[@josephine1465]

@@Altunuzraids yes that is always the consequence. Bad Remake=people prefer original.

[@razilyabrazilia4431]

One of my favorite movies ever! 😍 I've probably watched it 100 times, but it's always like a first time😁❤

[@marshallbowen8693]

Saw this classic on Time Square in New York in 1959. I remember being shocked that it was in black and white…….then never stopped laughing until the end. A highlight of the trip. I watch the DVD now whenever I need a good laugh……

[@jamesneilsongrahamloveinth1301]

For all the difficulties, Marilyn reveals herself as a superb comic actress in Some Like It Hot. She outshines everyone else . . .

[@daveenglish2]

She certainly didn't outshine JL & TC.

[@shaymathiesson8235]

This was the first movie I saw that had Marilyn Monroe in it. She was a great actress and they sure don't make them like they used to! Marilyn was not only beautiful but she was talented and could sing and dance and do so very well too!

[@laurastilwell7949]

"Some Like It Hot" is the best film ever made! My favorite! Marilyn Monroe is so adorable, and Jack Lemmon is hilarious! Such a great film!

[@Miriam-fk9wr]

This is one of the best comedy I’ve ever seen, I was a teen when my father and I watched this film, and will never forget the laughter I saw coming from him in a manner I’ve never seen from him laugh before, till this day we still talk about that day.

[@JOSEPHtheFREEMAN]

It hasnt aged one single line, absolutely hilarious, gut wrenchingly funny

[@suzannelammens]

Some like it hot is a timeless comedy master piece

[@MayThereBeWorldPeace]

Jack Lemmon, IMO, made the movie.🎬 Marilyn is awesome but Jack was so funny, hilarious. 😂

[@HartmutJagerArt]

ALL were Great !

[@BookshelfQBattler]

I'm sure Marilyn had her problems and was difficult to work with but let's be honest. She was worth it. If she were a random dime a dozen actress, she could have been easily replaced but she brought a lot to the movie that's still remembered 65 years later. She was under a lot of pressure and I don't think anyone will ever truly know the cause of her mental problems but it probably didn't help that she was so loved for her beauty yet she probably felt like no one loved her for who she was on the inside. At any rate, it sucks that everyone felt the need to dump on her in this documentary, at least they could have balanced it out with yes she was difficult but in the end, look at the finished product, so she was worth it.

[@iconslegends5230]

Marilyn unique and fantastic !!! Extraordinary Lemmon !!!

[@starnight6134]

What magic that was Marilyn Monroe, and great Jack Lemmon

[@michelmurphy7152]

Jacks my all-time favorite 🤩

[@ToughXArmy69]

Marilyn Monroe magnificent in Some Like It Hot and was robbed of a Oscar nomination. Much has been said over the decades since this picture debuted about how difficult MM was on this film. No matter! MM made this film an "event" with press coverage worldwide. This is a brilliant movie and way ahead of its time with the suggestion 2 men could marry.MM was beautiful beyond measure and wow in some scenes wears a dress designed by Orly-Kelly that shows MM nearly naked. Billy Wilder fought with MM and MM fought back. The truth is that MM was his greatest Star and Wilder MM's greatest Director.

[@kasession]

On my list of my favorite movies. For me it runs on Turner Classic Movies. If I EVER see it on their schedule I set a reminder on my phone, and clear that time for watching that movie. I still laugh out loud at the same scenes, which is any scene with Jack Lemmon. 🤣

[@marybarratt2649]

I would never want to see a remake of this film. It is a classic and I’ve yet to see any film remake that can top the original.

[@ulrichhille5241]

Honestly, of course you can make a film inspired by SOME LIKE IT HOT. But why do that if the script is not overwhelmingly good? Unfortunately, there is no actress with Marilyn's charisma at the moment. Besides, SOME LIKE IT HOT was a very risky business at the time it was made. No big studio, then or now, makes films like that. Times have also changed, men in drag make headlines today for other reasons. How do you make a comedy out of that without the LGBTQ community setting fire to your cinema or gluing themselves to the screen?

[@melissagray5348]

I'll never forget the first time I saw Some Like It Hot I was probably 12 or 13 and I had never laughed so hard and I didn't even get all the jokes. It remains my favorite comedy and in my humble opinion it's still the greatest comedy of all time. Marilyn was unbelievably sexy but she was also an incredible comedian who always underestimated herself. Tony and Jack were brilliant as was the supporting cast.

[@catwhisperer2358]

Jack Lemon is my favorite part of this movie! I don't know if I would like it as much without him.

[@vajee5]

Jack Lemmon was terrific. Can’t believe poor Marilyn was made to run and fall while pregnant.☹️

[@Shivera1963]

Whatever problems Marilyn Monroe had or caused on set, it would not be the greatest comedy of all time without her.

[@markmarsh27]

It IS the Best Comedy EVER Made! .... If you're dating someone and you want to know if you REALLY like them, watch it with them. .... If they don't LOVE it, get RID of them!

[@narvelancoleman3813]

@Mark Marsh.......LOL!! And.....the same thing applies if they don't like dogs!

[@adamdooley8977]

Well… Nobody’s perfect.

[@TomMaze1]

I LOVE IT!..."Some Like It Hot" made in 1959...It truly deserves the affectionate praise!...Brilliant in every department...may everyone appreciate and enjoy this classic! 😊

[@itsgleneaton4883]

Marilyn was excellent but it was Jack and Tony that kept me in stitches. I agree it was the best comedy ever made because of its laughs,performances,banter and perfect story.

[@sherryglisson4885]

This may be a 60 year old movie but I'll tell you...this really is the best comedy of all time. Marilyn Monroe as sugar cane with her flask of whiskey saying THIS WILL PUT HAIR ON YOUR CHEST to Jack lemon as he was in drag and he takes a sip and replies YOU HAVE NO IDEA...that was priceless cinema history...

[@lisajan580]

also do not forget Charlie Chapline movies when you say best comedie

[@brihmendiola4347]

MM was difficult to work with but she was concerned about the results. This film came out to be her best film, unarguably.

[@MatimoreAgain]

My favorite movie. When I was interviewed for filmschool entry I was asked my top films and this was my #1. When asked why I responded, "It feels like 15 mins. Time flies when you're having fun." Also, sweet memories of my childhood and my mom watching this on Ch. 9 in NJ. Early 80s. WPIX. In the middle of the night. One of my favorite and dearest memories of my mom and I.

[@notarycat]

Classic film! DO NOT REMAKE THIS! No one today has this quality of talent.

[@Ashley-pl5wr]

Let’s be real, Marilyn had 2 consecutive miscarriages here and they’re acting like she should have been all fine and dandy without any difficulties at all? Please. The reason this movie is remembered today is because of Marilyn Monroe.

[@michelmurphy7152]

With able assistance from Curtis and Lemmon. I think it was the combination.

[@katiematre5460]

Wait really? 😭😭😭

[@geordiecanuck2696]

This script, the director, the entire cast, and the costume designer were perfection. Any changes, and we wouldn't have this masterpiece. Marilyn was a piece of it, not the center of it. Yes, she had two ectopic pregnancies, but she was also an addict who overdosed prior to those during production, her pregnancies were by two different men, and she'd made herself notorious for being extremely difficult to work with an Billy Wilder's last picture with her, the Seven Year Itch. She furthered her reputation on the set of her husband's script, The Misfits. Her unprofessional behavior on that film made her a pariah in films thereafter. Her last picture, Somethings Gotta Give, went incomplete because she only made it to set for a third of the initial shooting times and half that for test, wardrobe, makeup, and set shots. Then she died in the early days of filming. She was a shooting star that I love watching however I would have refused to hire her as she wasn't a person. She was a construct with the right marketing and sparks of brilliance brought out by fantastic and visionary directors.

[@clintgreggory2549]

Boo hoo. So did Joan Crawford w Fairbanks & Tone. She got on with it.

[@CissyBrazil]

For me, Jack Lemmon got my attention more than anyone else. IMO

[@dawnadriana1764]

I never knew Marilyn was pregnant during the filming. And there she is, running in high heels. So much talk about her "issues" ... anyone heard of hormones in pregnancy?

[@ellynmacgregor8210]

Well, it certainly couldn't have helped that she became pregnant again so soon after that recent miscarriage...and then all the stress of filming...no wonder that she lost *that* baby soon after the production wrapped. :-(

[@AwildaOcasio]

If it was true Marilyn was pregnant: you and the whole 🌎 would know,,!!!

[@hannekedenhartog]

Iconic masterpiece! And MM is perfect and unforgettable!

[@kaidgardner2922]

i love that movie I can watch it over and over.

[@susiemason6864]

No they should NEVER even think about a remake. There are NO stars like these anymore. Incomparable acting and comic timing. Why not show Classical films like these in big cinemas. So the kids of today can see how it works and should be done. NO special effects needed. Pure genius , acting and writing and comic timing. It would be ruinous to try and remake it, just like the classisms Rebecca was a flop. Just show the originals. There was and is a reason why people love them.

[@rongendron8705]

I agree about no remake, but they are doing well with the stage version, right now!

[@garyhunt8067]

Definitely. Leave it as it is

[@geordiecanuck2696]

BRAVO! Well said. Stage is one avenue to shine light on great talent, scripts, or acting. It changes with every live performance and grows like a beautiful flower. However, I, for one, am sick of special effects trumping actual story complexity and acting talent. Any tech-savvy individual can invoke AI and create stuff with little effort by reimagining the previous effort of others. Originality and the indescribable magic of an excellent script interpreted by visionaries and true artists captured in a perfect moment and shared with the world can not be manufactured by coding.

[@marthawoodworth]

No need for a remake. The first is so perfect, leave it alone. It would be like making a fake diamond.

[@bridgetbarba4170]

Don't make a remake. This is such a classic and comedic movie.

[@staceyboomboom8031]

What a gorgeous person Marilyn was and remains today. In every aspect. I hope she is at peace.

[@steelers6titles]

Lemmon and the girls having a party in the sleeper on the train is one of the most hilarious scenes in movie history.

[@darrellsimpson6966]

My favourite movie by far. Marylin just fabulous. Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon just perfect. Who could have done it better. It makes me laugh so. It still does.

[@jbfonfrias9133]

Still ranks as one of my all-time favorite movies. No matter how many times I watch it, that final scene always breaks me up. A true classic for always !

[@MissWitchiepoo]

The same here, I love the last scene and have seen it so many times:)

[@andreahornok]

One of my favourite movies ever. I love it 😇🥰Thank you for this documentary about the best comedy. 🙂

[@hunterking4045]

My all time favorite film. Genius director and cast. Marilyn was indeed the right choice even though she had difficulties.

[@misskitty2710]

My mother let me watch this with her when I was about 9. Now I can’t wait to show this film to my granddaughter!

[@chlidera75]

Best of best comedies ever

[@crowgrl13]

The first time I ever saw this movie was when it came on TV on a random Sunday afternoon when I was a teenager. I'm 46 now, and it remains a favorite. How could someone honestly ever think of remaking it? It's impossible. Nobody could play those roles but the actors in the movie. And NOBODY could play Marilyn.

[@graphiquejack]

yes, as good as Jack and Tony were, no one could replicate the unique comic quality of Marilyn. It would have to be completely differently written with another actress in the role. Part of why it worked was Marilyn at this time was already an icon, and this role was almost a parody of her sex symbol status. At first, you just see Marilyn the actress but she's so talented, you see the comedy and the vulnerability that she adds to the characterization that makes her human, and not just an icon. I don't think there's been an actress since that has that same quality.

[@HartmutJagerArt]

How could someone honestly ever think of remaking it? Hmm, Idiots can !

[@who9387]

One of my all-time favourite films and the line "well nobody's perfect" was a great ending.

[@analauratorrespaz3345]

Lemmon, Curtis & Monroe made a brilliant performance. Jack is gorgeous and funny at the same time. Tony was so attractive. I ❤️ this movie.

[@Jess-vv4nq]

I love this film. One of my favorite comedies. That ending line has got to be one of the best lines in a comedy movie

[@AniMerci]

Still my favorite picture of all time. SLIH shines brighter than ever. 🌟

[@toscana6457]

My favourite film. Watched it so many times & love it each time

[@IgorHoss]

100% 👍

[@trickeyD]

Just watched this film again after probably over a decade. So great!

[@kaleoy7584]

I can't imagine Sinatra ever agreeing to being in a movie where he has to be in drags, much less be in drags for nearly 85% of the movie. This is seriously a classic movie gold. From writing to the production to the cast selection. Hell, even the back story is pretty entertaining, too.

[@Frank-mm2yp]

Wilder was apparently thinking about Sinatra playing the part eventually played by Lemmon but nothing ever came of it. At the time, it may have seemed like a "no-brainer"; an established Hollywood movie star vs a relative new comer. Perhaps Frank and/or his "associates" did not think putting "OLE BLUE EYES" into a comedy involving female impersonation, cross dressing AND gangsters was such a good idea?

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

There will never be another Marilyn Monroe.

[@Blonde_Somnambulist]

This was the greatest movie of its genre to come out of Hollywood, Monroe was excellent but wow ! was there ever such good performances as those of Tony and Jack ?

[@ellynmacgregor8210]

AND let's not forget those marvelous supporting players, such as: Joe E. Brown, George Raft, and (one of my favorites) Nehemiah Persoff ("Little Bonaparte")!

[@veritas6335]

Well done! My favorite film of all time.

[@kasession]

One of my FAVORITE movies!!! You can't remake perfection!!!

[@janl3556]

Thanks for posting this. Excellent! This movie still makes me laugh, it's a wonderful classic. Remaking this, would be a terrible mistake. I loved the beach scenes where Jack Lemmon as Daphne, was skipping, so funny. He was also so good as Felix in "The Odd Couple," and "Grumpy Old Men." And it was great seeing how happy Tony Curtis was, in knowing this movie was voted best all time comedy. That's what is so wonderful about a classic film, they all live on.

[@kaylasharick]

And when your pregnant or were recently pregnant, you have baby brain and its very hard to remember simple things, let alone under pressure. She was doing her best 😢

[@rebeccaaugustine8628]

I had a very demanding job as a legal secretary all the time I was pregnant. Just the "simple" act of thinking was like swimming through cold semi-congealed pea soup! Relating to someone in everyday conversation was as difficult as chopping wood! I AM NOT EXAGGERATING!

[@marthawoodworth]

Just what I thought, too. She was fabulous with most of her very complex dialogue, but now and then just couldn't seem to remember simple lines. Of course, she was having issues with her baby hormones. And she had a miscarriage again! I feel fairly certain it was because she was overworked.

[@MyLady120]

Absolutely. Nobody is perfect. The best movie of all time. May they all Rest In Peace.

[@gaylepolovitch1951]

Jack lemon was the greatest❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@rebeccalowe-hodges8162]

Jack Lemmon. A TRUE Star.

[@truecynic1270]

Brilliant writing, brilliant script and brilliant casting!!!!!!!! And.................class!

[@janeck.8695]

I know this film almost by heart and it still makes me laugh. This classic has no equal. I hope there wil never be a remake.

[@waynefay8210]

I cannot remember when I first saw this movie or how many times I've seen it (i'm 70yo, I was four years old when it came out...) I remember enjoying the movie immensely, enjoying the script immensely.... I look forward to my next viewing

[@rb1691]

That reminds me...I've got to rewatch The Apartment..Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine.

[@jonidabraha979]

This movie rocks. How its possible that it wasnt recognised like the best comedy made in that time

[@Frank-mm2yp]

Since then it has been regularly ranked Number One as Best Hollywood Movie Comedy and usually in the top 20 of all time best of all Hollywood movies.

[@Kat.Evangeline14]

This is my favorite movie of all time!

[@Kat.Evangeline14]

Those planes are still flying over the hotel every 15 minutes.

[@berlinzerberus]

Very funny and gorgeous Thank you!

[@SusanGaskin]

Awesome comedy! Jack Lemon was hilarious and the music was great too!

[@karolinesmail489]

One of my all time favorite s WELL NO ONES PERFECT♥️✌️😘

[@__Mal_]

One of my favorite black and white movies. ❤

[@divox9pqr]

No matter the cost...Some Like It Hot was movie magic....Hollywood Gold.

[@j9andphoenix]

Just such a glorious film -an ever favouite never aged brilliance

[@kathleenwright4826]

Some like IT explained: fantastic telling of the backstory!

[@EagleRockers]

Thank you, this was fascinating! I came here for Marilyn and I left with an admiration for the entire cast and Billy Wilder.

[@marthawoodworth]

This is a wonderful documentary. I enjoyed it immensely. And of course, who doesn't adore the film? I went with my parents and my brother and afterward we talked about it for months. Actually, I think I went back and saw it again, and I've seen it several times afterward on other channels.

[@adam28xx]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@aileen694]

Agreed! I've seen this movie six times and STILL laff like crazy through it.

[@mortalclown3812]

Shooting in master shots is how we see life... or a play. Wilder was spot on. He left us gems. Rest in paradise, B.W. ✨️

[@CissyBrazil]

I loved seeing this movie back in the day. Jack Lemmon was the best! We would laugh and laugh mostly at Jack Lemon. In my opinion, he had a better feel for comedy than Tony Curtis.

[@dementednun1175]

Yes but one of them had to be the straight man

[@markusdaxamouli5196]

She really was something else...too bad she didnt or couldnt believe she was as spectacular as she was.

[@Polisciandfries]

In fairness, having two back to back miscarriages is awfully harrowing and I can't imagine being able to show up to work either...

[@juliewillard1367]

Marilyn was just magical in this film. I can imagine she was a nightmare to work with and the other actors were frustrated by her but boy she was worth that wait. Love the film ❤

[@shawneedalegrimm9728]

I've always read that directors really had their hands full, but that what always appeared on screen was well worth that wait! I agree with your comment!

[@lastrada52]

Rapid-fire natural dialogue is incredible. As for Marilyn, after I saw her dramatic turn in "Don't Bother To Knock," I knew this girl was a great actress. But when I saw her face in this film on the train whispering "goodnight honey..." to Jack Lemmon -- I was one of the millions of young boys who fell in love with Marilyn again. Great story, wonderful film.

[@juliamcintyre5012]

Thank you so much for making this documentary and showing it the world.

[@adam28xx]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@damicosilvia6635]

Jack Lemmon, great actor!!! Wonderful Wonderful Daphne! RIP Jack 😘

[@ryanborder189]

Watched it a dozen times as a kid and it always made me chuckle and still does-genius!

[@elainekent7026]

My all time favourite movie, Jack Lemmon slays me.