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I Lived with You
In London a young lady meets a homeless and apparently penniless Russian prince. She introduces him to her middle-class Fulham family and he moves in. It turns out he still has a number of diamonds given him by the last czar, and he is persuaded to start selling them. The resulting money, and his princely notoriety, soon cause changes in everyone's lives.
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Plot Summary
A celebrated composer named Julian is drawn into a tumultuous relationship with a young woman named Diana. Their affair is complicated by Julian's existing commitments and Diana's own fiery temperament. The film explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of passionate relationships.
Critical Reception
As a film from 1933, contemporary critical reception is scarce and difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, the film is noted for its melodrama and the central performance of Ivor Novello, who was a major star of the era. Audience reception would have been tied to Novello's popularity.
What Reviewers Say
Melodramatic and emotionally charged.
Features a strong performance from its leading man.
Reflects the romantic dramas popular in early 1930s cinema.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on a play of the same name by Ivor Novello, who also starred in and co-wrote the screenplay for the film adaptation.
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