The Contenders:
Michael Curtiz: Angels with Dirty Faces
Norman Taurog: Boys Town
King Vidor: The Citadel
Michael Curtiz: Four Daughters
Frank Capra: You Can’t Take it with You (winner)
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Michael Curtiz: Angels with Dirty Faces
Norman Taurog: Boys Town
King Vidor: The Citadel
Michael Curtiz: Four Daughters
Frank Capra: You Can’t Take it with You (winner)
What’s Missing
The sad fact of 1938 is that it comes before one of the greatest years in cinematic history, which means it’s easy to forget. There are some really good films from this year, though, and some directorial ...
