A Ticklish Affair
A Ticklish Affair

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A Ticklish Affair

1963
Movie
88 min
English

A young widow Amy Martin with three young boys is investigated by the Navy after one of her children inadvertently sends out a distress signal in Morse code by the blinds on his upstairs bedroom window. Commander Weedon and crew observe the signal from their ship and investigates. He falls for the young mother and proposes marriage. However, she is reluctant to have her family live out of a suitcase and initially declines. Gramps tries to bring her on board to sail the sea of love with the commander.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: George SidneyGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy and influential father hires a private detective to investigate his daughter's new fiancé, whom he suspects is after her inheritance. The detective, however, finds himself falling for the daughter, complicating his assignment and leading to humorous misunderstandings. The father's meddling further exacerbates the situation, creating a comedic love triangle with unexpected twists. Ultimately, the truth about the fiancé and the detective's intentions must come to light.

Critical Reception

A lighthearted romantic comedy, 'A Ticklish Affair' was generally met with lukewarm reviews, often described as a pleasant but unremarkable film. Critics acknowledged the charming performances, particularly from Red Skelton in a rare dramatic role, but noted that the plot was predictable and lacked substantial comedic punch. Audiences found it to be a harmless diversion suitable for family viewing, though it did not achieve significant critical acclaim or lasting popularity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming cast and lighthearted tone.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and a lack of memorable comedic moments.

  • Considered a pleasant, if forgettable, family-friendly romantic comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'A Ticklish Affair' is not widely documented through specific Google user reviews, but general sentiment suggests it was viewed as a charming, albeit simple, romantic comedy suitable for casual viewing.

Fun Fact

Red Skelton, primarily known for his slapstick comedy, took on a more serious, albeit still comedic, role as the grandfather in this film, showcasing a different facet of his acting abilities.

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