Man-Proof
Man-Proof

Movie spotlight

Man-Proof

1938
Movie
75 min
English

A newspaper illustrator tries to remain best friends with the man she secretly loves, even though he recently married another woman.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Richard ThorpeGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy socialite marries a man he believes is a gold digger, only to find out he's fallen for her genuinely. His jealousy and suspicion lead to a series of misunderstandings and dramatic confrontations as he tries to win her back.

Critical Reception

Man-Proof received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised the performances, particularly Eleanor Powell's, others found the plot to be contrived and predictable. It was seen as a standard studio production of its era, neither a critical darling nor a complete failure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy performances from the lead actors.

  • The plot suffers from predictability and lack of originality.

  • A competently made, though unremarkable, romantic drama.

Google audience: Audience reception for Man-Proof is largely unavailable due to its age and the lack of widespread digital archival of older Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

Eleanor Powell, renowned for her tap dancing skills, performs several impressive dance numbers in the film, showcasing her considerable talent.

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