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Borrowed Wives
Peter has to be married by midnight or else his inheritance goes to his uncle... Who happens to live in a "haunted house".
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Plot Summary
A socialite schemes to save her family estate from foreclosure by marrying off her less-than-wealthy friends to wealthy bachelors. However, her plan becomes complicated when she finds herself falling for one of the men she intended to matchmake, and her own fiancé also shows interest in another woman.
Critical Reception
Borrowed Wives was a modest success, appreciated for its lighthearted comedic elements and the performances of its cast, particularly Lilyan Tashman. While not groundbreaking, it offered light entertainment typical of romantic comedies of the era, and was generally well-received by audiences looking for escapism.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its witty dialogue and charming performances.
Enjoyed as a pleasant and amusing romantic comedy.
Found to be a formulaic but entertaining diversion.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on the play 'The Queen's Messenger' by Lawrence Kimlin, which had previously been adapted into a silent film in 1926.
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