The Time of Their Lives (1946)

The Time of Their Lives: Directed by Charles Barton. With Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Marjorie Reynolds, Binnie Barnes. A psychiatrist stays in a mansion haunted by prankish ghosts from the Revolutionary War.

“I wonu0026#39;t argue over this Abbott and Costello comedy being called the very best of the duou0026#39;s pictures simply because itu0026#39;s really the only one with a complete, polished feel–it leaves you entertained and satisfied at the end. Most of the Au0026amp;C movies are filled with brawling slapstick and loud braying–back and forth with the quips–but this one is sharp and funny, and Bud and Lou play characters instead of constantly resorting to shtick. Costello is mistaken for a traitor and killed, later turning up as a ghost to haunt Abbott, who is a relative of Louu0026#39;s murderer. Surprisingly good story and terrific supporting cast, amusing script and nimble direction makes this one a pleasure. ***1/2 from ****”