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White Tie and Tails
When his employer goes to Florida, a butler masquerades as a millionaire and winds up getting involved with an heiress.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy socialite inherits a London orphanage and decides to run it herself, much to the chagrin of her ex-husband. When a charming doctor visits the orphanage, sparks begin to fly amidst the chaos of running a home for underprivileged children. The film blends romantic entanglements with the challenges of managing a charitable institution.
Critical Reception
White Tie and Tails was a modest musical comedy that received a generally lukewarm reception from critics upon its release. While some praised the performances of its lead actors and the musical numbers, others found the plot to be predictable and lacking in significant dramatic weight. Audiences at the time likely found it to be light entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
The film offers lighthearted entertainment with pleasant musical interludes.
George Sanders provides a charismatic performance as the wealthy heir.
The storyline is considered somewhat conventional for its genre.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for another actor before George Sanders was cast in the lead role.
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