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School for Wives
School for Wives is a 1925 American silent drama film directed by Victor Halperin and starring Conway Tearle, Sigrid Holmquist, and Peggy Kelly. It provided an early role for the future star Brian Donlevy. Based on Leonard Merrick's 1907 melodramatic novel The House of Lynch, it was not well-received by critics.
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Plot Summary
A young man, eager to marry his sweetheart, decides to put her through a "school" to mold her into his ideal wife. He enlists his aunt to help him implement his plan. However, his naive attempts at manipulation lead to a series of comical misunderstandings and complications, especially when his sweetheart proves to be more independent and resourceful than he anticipated.
Critical Reception
As a silent comedy, 'School for Wives' was generally well-received for its humor and Harold Lloyd's signature blend of daredevil stunts and romantic optimism. While not as widely discussed as some of his other major works, it is considered a solid entry in his filmography, offering lighthearted entertainment typical of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted humor and charming performances.
Appreciated for Harold Lloyd's characteristic blend of comedy and romance.
Seen as a charming, though perhaps not groundbreaking, silent comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'School for Wives' is not prominently documented through Google user reviews, but it is generally considered a pleasant and entertaining silent film by fans of Harold Lloyd.
Fun Fact
The film was co-directed by Fred C. Newmeyer and Sam Taylor, both frequent collaborators with Harold Lloyd, who were instrumental in shaping Lloyd's popular screen persona.
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