Everything Happens to Me
Everything Happens to Me

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Everything Happens to Me

1938
Movie
82 min
English

A cleaner salesman finds himself campaigning for both sides in an election.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: B. Reeves EasonGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling inventor, burdened by debt and a demanding boss, finds himself in a series of unfortunate but comedic events. His latest invention, a device meant to simplify life, inadvertently causes chaos. Despite numerous setbacks and mishaps, he perseveres, hoping to achieve success and win the affection of the woman he admires.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics appreciated its lighthearted comedic moments and the earnest performance of Richard Arlen, others found the plot predictable and the humor a bit too slapstick. Audiences generally found it an enjoyable, if unremarkable, B-movie diversion.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lighthearted and occasionally funny, though somewhat formulaic.

  • Richard Arlen's charm helps carry the predictable plot.

  • A serviceable B-movie with moments of lighthearted amusement.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment suggests it was viewed as a simple, feel-good comedy with some humorous situations.

Fun Fact

B. Reeves Eason, the director, was a prolific filmmaker known for his work on Westerns and action films, often acting as a second-unit director on major productions.

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