Wife, Husband and Friend
Wife, Husband and Friend

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Wife, Husband and Friend

1939
Movie
75 min
English

Woman hopes to be a great singer and is encouraged by her scheming teacher. After she flops her husband, encouraged by an amorous professional singer tries opera and also flops.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Gregory RatoffGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A struggling composer and his wife find themselves in a predicament when an attractive widow enters their lives. The composer's wife, sensing trouble, decides to take matters into her own hands. She orchestrates a plan to keep her marriage intact, leading to humorous misunderstandings and escalating comedic situations.

Critical Reception

Wife, Husband and Friend was generally met with positive reviews from critics, who praised its lighthearted comedic tone and the performances of its lead actors. It was seen as an enjoyable and entertaining film of its time, offering escapism with its witty dialogue and classic romantic comedy tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted and witty comedic elements.

  • Appreciated for the charming performances of its leading cast.

  • Considered a pleasant and entertaining romantic comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this classic film.

Fun Fact

Loretta Young's character in the film attempts to revive her husband's career by posing as a famous opera singer, a far cry from the dramatic roles she would later become known for.

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