
Mister Cinderella
Boston blueblood Aloysius Merriweather loves to play jokes on people and he's come up with a joy-buzzer of a doozy. He'll send barber Joe Jenkins in his place to a dinner party aimed at squeezing a few Merriweather millions. That Cinderella plan soon turns into a pumpkin coach with the wheels fallen off. Circumstances will force shave-and-a-haircut Joe to masquerade as Merriweather for much longer.The comedy comes fast and frantic in Mister Cinderella, from Hal Roach Studios.
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Plot Summary
A department store floorwalker falls for a wealthy socialite who is disguised as a common shopper. He goes to great lengths to impress her, including pretending to be a wealthy businessman himself. Their budding romance is complicated by misunderstandings and the social differences between them.
Critical Reception
Mister Cinderella was a modest comedy that received mixed reviews upon its release. While praised for its lighthearted charm and the performances of its leads, some critics found the plot to be predictable and somewhat formulaic for its era. It was generally considered a pleasant, if not particularly groundbreaking, romantic comedy.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its light comedic touch and pleasant performances.
- Found to be a bit too predictable and unoriginal in its romantic plot.
- A generally charming, though not exceptionally memorable, romantic escapade.
Google audience: Audience reception for Mister Cinderella is largely unavailable through typical aggregated platforms. However, historical context suggests it was viewed as a standard romantic comedy of its time, likely enjoyed for its simple charm without generating strong polarizing opinions.
Fun Fact
Laura La Plante, who plays the socialite disguised as a shopper, was a significant star of early silent films before transitioning to sound pictures.
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