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Millionairess Dorothy Hunter is tired of finding out that her boyfriends love her for her money, and equally weary of losing eligible beaus who don't want to be considered fortune-hunters. That's why she trades identities with her secretary Sylvia before embarking on her next romance with Tony Travers. This causes numerous complications not only for Dorothy and Tony but for Sylvia, whose own husband Philip is not the most patient of men.
Dorothy Davenport, the heiress to a vast fortune, longs for a normal life and a genuine connection. To escape her controlling father and the constant attention, she devises a plan: she will pretend to be a penniless orphan and enter a contest to find the 'richest girl in the world', intending to win and prove that money doesn't buy happiness. She meets a charming but struggling artist, who is drawn to her spirit, unaware of her true identity.
Upon its release, 'The Richest Girl in the World' was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike, praised for its lighthearted premise, charming performances, and witty dialogue. It was considered a pleasant and entertaining romantic comedy of its era.
Praised for its amusing premise and the chemistry between its leads.
Considered a charming and diverting romantic comedy.
Noted for its witty script and lighthearted escapism.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this 1934 film is not readily available. However, films of this genre and era often appealed to audiences seeking light entertainment and romantic escapism.
None notable.
The film's plot hinges on a fictional contest to find the 'richest girl in the world,' a concept that was more fantastical than realistic even for its time, serving primarily as a vehicle for romantic comedy.
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Recently jilted poor little rich girl “Dorothy” (Miriam Hopkins) is fed up always being pursued by gold-digging boyfriends and so hits on the idea, with the help of her executor “Connors” (Henry Stephenson), of swapping places with her dedi...
Poor little rich girl “Dorothy” (Miriam Hopkins) is fed up always being ousted by gold-digging boyfriends and so hits on the idea, with the help of her executor “Connors” (Henry Stephenson), of swapping places with her dedicated secretary “...