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A singing Frenchman meets an American heiress and gets a job at her father's chewing-gum factory.
Two charming Frenchmen, Pierre and Jacques, come to America to seek their fortunes. Pierre, the more romantic of the two, falls for the wealthy and beautiful Patricia. However, his intentions are questioned when he seems more interested in her fortune than her heart. Jacques, more pragmatic, tries to navigate the complexities of American society and business. The film follows their adventures, romantic entanglements, and cultural misunderstandings as they try to make their way in the New World.
The Big Pond was a critical and commercial success, particularly noted for its charming musical numbers and the star power of Maurice Chevalier and Jeanette MacDonald. It was praised for its lighthearted entertainment and escapism during a time when the transition to sound film was still evolving.
Praised for its vibrant musical sequences, especially Chevalier's charismatic performance.
Appreciated for its romantic storyline and the chemistry between the leads.
Noted as a successful early sound musical that capitalized on its stars' popularity.
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Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Actor (Maurice Chevalier).
Maurice Chevalier famously sang "Miarka" and "You Brought a New Kind of Love to Me" in the film, both of which became popular hits.
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Once it gets going, this is quite a fun vehicle for Maurice Chevalier as he falls in love with a chewing gum heiress. “Pierre” accompanies “Barbara” (Claudette Colbert) to her American home where her father (George Barbier) has his name on ...