

This autobiographical story traces the career of playwright Moss Hart. Moss struggles as a dramatic writer until he concentrates his efforts on writing comedy. He suffers through a series of professional and romantic failures before a meeting with George S. Kaufman which changes his fortunes.
Acting
Jason Robards channels Kaufman's legendary wit and withering glare.
Production
Gorgeous 1920s-30s sets that smell of greasepaint and desperation.
Writing
Hart adapted his own memoir—yes, he roasts himself.

Director
Dore Schary
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Hart died in 1961, two years before release; his widow approved George Hamilton's casting after one meeting.