the thin man series takes some getting used to, so by the third one i began to get accustomed to it, the chemistry between powell and loy is impressive, and this time the story actually interested me.

Enjoyable enough.

Enjoyable, but a clear step down from the delightful antics of the first two films. There's still a great deal to love here, as the two leads are so much fun. However, there are a number of places where the film lags, particularly in the early going as the plot takes its time unfolding. The real stand out sequence here takes place in the dance club, which has it all--comedy, mystery, dancing, and Powell & Loy at their most flirtatious.

You get what you pay for with any of the Thin Man movies -- a light little mystery with just a touch of noir and a big, BIG helping of flirtatious charm doled out in experly measured doses by Powell, Loy and a plethora of familiar faces in the supporting casts. None of the thin man movies rank as my favorites, but all are good for a quick, light romantic meal.

A slight retreat from the first two movies in terms of comedy and theatrics.

Rather routine first half is made up for by the fun of the second, which features an absolutely hilarious encounter between Nora and a Latin lover on the dance floor, as well as Nick's interaction with Ma Kettle, during which Myrna is seen wearing an amazing coat. Then there's the rather silly kiddie party, which Shemp drops in on. Did that hugely labyrinthine wrap-up really make sense? Well, as always with these things, that takes second fiddle to all the drollery, double takes and one-liners.

The third one keeps the flame alive as the series continues to work well.