Rockabye
Rockabye

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Rockabye

1932
Movie
68 min
English

A Broadway actress with a problematic past falls hard for the author of her new play.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: George CukorGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A chorus girl named Judy is fired from her job and struggles to find work. She finds herself in a precarious situation when she becomes entangled with a married politician who offers her financial support. As her life becomes more complicated, she is forced to confront her choices and her own sense of morality.

Critical Reception

Rockabye was met with mixed to positive reviews upon its release. Critics praised Constance Bennett's performance and the film's witty dialogue, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. It was considered a respectable entry in the pre-Code era, showcasing some of the period's more daring themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Constance Bennett delivers a compelling performance that anchors the film.

  • The film offers sharp, pre-Code dialogue and a mature handling of its themes.

  • While entertaining, the narrative occasionally falters in its pacing and predictability.

Google audience: Audience reception information for "Rockabye (1932)" is not readily available in a consolidated format.

Fun Fact

Despite being directed by the acclaimed George Cukor, "Rockabye" is often overlooked in discussions of his filmography, partly due to its pre-Code status which led to some controversy and subsequent lesser availability compared to his later works.

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