I Take This Woman
I Take This Woman

Movie spotlight

I Take This Woman

1940
Movie
98 min
English

On return from Europe Dr. Decker foils glamour girl Georgi from jumping overboard. At Decker's suggestion to keep busy, she assists at his clinic in the slums.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: W. S. Van DykeGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Socialite Kay is unhappily married and has an affair with a doctor. When her husband dies, she is free to pursue her romance. However, she soon discovers that her lover is a manipulative individual with ulterior motives.

Critical Reception

The film was met with mixed reviews, with some critics praising the performances of the lead actors while others found the plot to be melodramatic and predictable. It did not achieve significant critical acclaim upon its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a melodramatic tale of love and betrayal.

  • Performances by the main cast are generally considered a strong point.

  • The plot is often criticized for its predictability and lack of originality.

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Fun Fact

This film was originally intended to be directed by Josef von Sternberg and star Marlene Dietrich, but they were replaced before production began.

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