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A grandmother's will leaves her fortune to a few, mostly to her great-niece Ann. Ann will only receive her inheritance once she marries, with the approval of three of her stuffed-shirt relatives, and without scandal. Otherwise, the estate goes to the cat and dog hospital. Ann, not needing the money, rebels by seeking scandal with a gigolo.
A wealthy young man, seeking adventure, falls for a spirited chorus girl. Their budding romance faces obstacles from his disapproving family and societal expectations. The film follows their attempts to navigate class differences and prove their love is genuine.
The film was a modest success, generally praised for its lighthearted entertainment and the chemistry between its young leads. While not a critical darling, it was seen as a charming romantic comedy typical of early sound films.
Praised for its charming lead performances.
Seen as a pleasant, if unremarkable, romantic comedy.
Appreciated for its early sound film production values.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this early film is not readily available.
Douglas Fairbanks Jr. and Loretta Young would later star together again in the 1931 film 'The Squaw Man'.
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Loose Ankles is an early B-grade, pre-code, comedy talkie starring Loretta Young and Douglas Fairbanks Jr.. Like many films of during the transition to talkies the plot is convoluted, the script weak and with mostly poor acting. Still, the ...