Five of the Marx Brothers’ thirteen feature films were selected by the American Film Institute (AFI) as among the top 100 comedy films, with two of them (Duck Soup and A Night at the Opera) in the top twelve. The brothers were also included in AFI's 100 Years...100 Stars list of the most significant screen legends, the only performers to be inducted collectively.
They always made me laugh, especially Groucho. His one-liners were some of the best:
- A man's only as old as the woman he feels.
- Age is not a particularly interesting subject. Anyone can get old. All you have to do is live long enough.
- Although it is generally known, I think it's about time to announce that I was born at a very early age.
- A black cat crossing your path signifies that the animal is going somewhere.
- Anyone who says he can see through women is missing a lot.
- As soon as I get through with you, you'll have a clear case for divorce and so will my wife.
- Behind every successful man is a woman, behind her is his wife.
- Blood's not thicker than money.
- I was married by a judge I should have asked for a jury.
- I never forget a face, but in your case I'll be glad to make an exception.
Watch for muggles and hide it back carefully.