Why Sailors Go Wrong
Why Sailors Go Wrong

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Why Sailors Go Wrong

1928
Movie
60 min
English

Why Sailors Go Wrong is a 1928 American silent comedy film directed by Henry Lehrman and written by Randall Faye and Delos Sutherland.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Edmund GouldingGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

This early sound film follows a handsome but somewhat naive sailor who falls for a beautiful woman, only to discover she has a hidden past. He navigates through romantic entanglements and societal expectations as he tries to understand her true nature and decide if their love can overcome the complications.

Critical Reception

As an early sound film, 'Why Sailors Go Wrong' was noted for its technical achievements in sound synchronization at the time. Critical reviews often focused on the performances and the novelty of the spoken dialogue, though the plot itself was generally seen as a standard romantic comedy of the era. Audience reception was likely positive due to its blend of humor and romance, characteristic of popular films of the late 1920s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its pioneering use of sound and dialogue.

  • Performances were generally well-received, particularly the romantic leads.

  • The plot offered familiar romantic comedy tropes but delivered them with an engaging pace.

Google audience: Information not available for this early film.

Fun Fact

This film is notable as one of the early examples of a feature-length dramatic film released with synchronized dialogue, marking a significant shift in filmmaking technology at the time.

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