Yes, Yes, Nanette
Yes, Yes, Nanette

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Yes, Yes, Nanette

1925
Movie
11 min
English

Nanette sends a letter to her family telling of her new husband, Hillory. When Hillory arrives to meet the family, he gets insulted by each member, including the dog, and loses his wig. After having dinner with the family, Nanette's former lover returns, and Hillory must confront him

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Director: Richard WallaceGenres: Comedy, Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman named Nanette is determined to escape her stifling social life and find adventure. She pretends to be a wealthy heiress to attract the attention of a charming but penniless suitor. However, her schemes lead to a series of humorous misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.

Critical Reception

Information on the critical reception of 'Yes, Yes, Nanette' from 1925 is scarce. As a silent film from that era, detailed critical analyses and audience scores comparable to modern metrics are not readily available. However, its genre and cast suggest it was likely a lighthearted entertainment for the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • A light and breezy romantic comedy typical of the era.

  • Features a charming performance from Bebe Daniels.

  • The plot relies on familiar comedic tropes of mistaken identity and social climbing.

Google audience: Audience reviews from the period are not preserved in a way that allows for a specific summary. However, films of this nature were generally well-received by audiences looking for escapist entertainment.

Fun Fact

Bebe Daniels, who starred as Nanette, was a prominent actress in the silent film era and later transitioned successfully to sound films and television.

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