Fanciful, disturbing, and wildly original, it announces the arrival of a fresh, bold voice in American cinema.

A lot of perfectly good film show their cards early, establish a unique premise and let the audience explore a topic at a leisurely pace, without much in terms of surprise. this film is not one of those films.

One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.

Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.

This movie is symbolized by the image of Marilyn Monroe having her skirt blown up by a draft from a sidewalk grate, but the actual film does not show that (censorship reasons presumably). But the actual story is a farce where the sensuality is mostly implied.Richard Sherman is a man living in New York City who, like many other husbands there in the 1950's, sends his wife and son out into the countryside for the summer while he has to stay behind and continue working in the stifling heat. Other men, such as the apartment janitor and Sherman's boss, go out and live the bachelor's life in their families' absence, but Sherman has stayed faithful for seven years, and even tries to give up smoking, alcohol, and unhealthy eating.But trouble comes when he meets a ditsy female temporary neighbor who works at making television commercials. She visits him because his apartment has air conditioning and hers doesn't, and Sherman imagines the possibilities. Will he be tempted to have an affair? What will happen if people, including his wife, find out about them? And is Sherman's wife unfaithful? Temptations and doubts plague Sherman throughout the movie, all in a comical way. Joyful farcical fun.

Mahattan husbands have always sent their family away from the sweltering summer heat while they indulge in a certain type of hunting. Richard Sherman (Tom Ewell) is a 25 cent book publisher. He sends his family away and vows not to be distracted. Diversions, mostly imaginary, are everywhere. The newest is a model (Marilyn Monroe) who has moved in upstairs.This is not necessarily a great movie. Billy Wilder was hamstrung by the censorship of the day. He tries but the comedy isn't all there. Tom Ewell is ostensibly the lead but it is all Marilyn Monroe. When she's on the screen, the movie is electric. Without her, the movie is in neutral. As for the iconic scenes, it may outlive theatrical movies themselves.

This movie has to rate highly just for giving us an historical record of Marilyn Monroe. She gives a riveting portrait of herself. Billy Wilder's script and directing make it interesting and amusing to say the least. Tom Ewell is magnificent as the "free for the summer" husband who is constantly trying to check and contain his passions and desires for smoking, drinking and womanizing. With Marilyn Monroe as the temptress who could remain loyal and true? Oscar Homolka as the psychoanalyst is exciting and hilarious. Miss Morris the secretary is also fun. His wife plays a ghostly portrait in the background as the ever present wife. The reference to Dorian Gray adds spice to the humour. This film is great from top to bottom and I highly recommend it. A fun movie with great humour. Marilyn Monroe portrays herself and is really quite good. Watch it in the heat of the summer. The movie will tell you why. The famous subway scene of Marilyn's dress flying high and exposing her legs is worth the wait as they foray from the air conditioned theatre after a viewing of "The Creature from the Black Lagoon." Marilyn's titillating performance engages the audience as does Tom Ewell's efforts to resist temptation.

A very cute romantic comedy that any one should watch: married or in a long term relationship. Even singles should watch this film just in case they ever find themselves in a committed relationship. The movie does bring up possibilities and questions when meeting someone that you find "eye-catching" while you are in a committed relationship. "Should I cheat?" "What happens if I get caught cheating?" "Is my other half cheating on me?" "Will I regret cheating?" "Will I be happier with someone else?" "Would my significant other be happier with someone other than me?" - more questions come to my mind as well.A very cute flick for a Sunday matinée.7.5/10