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Beauty for the Asking
Denny breaks up with his fiancée Jean to marries wealthy Flora. When Jean is fired from her job she decides to market the face cream she invented. After sending it to twelve rich woman, only Flora decides to invest in the business. As Denny has no job, the girls give him an office at the factory. The business takes off, but Jean finds that she is still in love with Denny and Denny seems to forget he is married to Flora.
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Plot Summary
A struggling photographer, Johnny Blair, is hired by a wealthy socialite, Nancy Vining, to help her daughter, Ann, become a successful model. As Johnny works with Ann, he begins to fall for her, but she is engaged to a wealthy man her mother approves of. The film follows the romantic entanglements and career aspirations of the characters.
Critical Reception
Beauty for the Asking received mixed reviews upon its release. Critics praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly Ida Lupino, and some found the romantic comedy elements engaging. However, many felt the plot was predictable and lacked originality, with some reviewers deeming it a pleasant but unremarkable film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lead performances, especially Ida Lupino.
Found to be a charming, if somewhat conventional, romantic comedy.
Criticized for a predictable plot and lack of fresh storytelling.
Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available through specific Google user ratings for this classic film. However, general sentiment suggests it was appreciated as a lighthearted romantic drama of its era, with viewers often highlighting the chemistry between the stars.
Fun Fact
While Dorothy Lamour was a major star known for her sarongs, she plays a supporting role in this film, with Ida Lupino taking center stage as the romantic lead opposite George Raft.
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