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Something Always Happens
Unemployed car salesman Peter is encouraged by his girlfriend Cynthia to approach the head of a petrol company with his plan for making petrol stations more attractive to customers. When the man rejects the idea Peter joins a rival company and becomes a great success.
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Plot Summary
An ambitious and charming inventor, convinced he's on the verge of a major breakthrough, finds his life complicated by a series of romantic entanglements and unexpected setbacks. He must navigate the affections of several women while trying to secure funding for his latest creation, leading to a series of comedic misadventures.
Critical Reception
While not a landmark film, 'Something Always Happens' was generally well-received as a lighthearted romantic comedy, appreciated for its breezy pace and the charm of its lead actors. It served as a pleasant diversion for audiences of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Charles Boyer's charisma shines through as the central figure.
The film offers a light and diverting comedic experience.
Pacing is brisk, contributing to its overall entertainment value.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this early film.
Fun Fact
W.S. Van Dyke, the director, was known for his incredibly fast filmmaking pace, often completing movies in just a few weeks, earning him the nickname 'One-Take Woody'.
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