A fine example of farce, with several very funny scenes (especially the famous dining scene) and some excellent camera work (especially a fox hunting scene in the first half hour of the film). The acting is excellent, with Hugh Griffith's marvelous portrayal of loutish bumpkin Squire Western a real treat. However, I find it hard to believe this film won the best picture Oscar. Was this really the best film that 1963 had to offer? It must have been a mediocre year.
