When Were You Born
When Were You Born

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When Were You Born

1938
Movie
65 min
English

A San Francisco astrologer correctly predicts a ship passenger's death and then helps the police look for the murderer.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Lothar MendesGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, unaware of her true parentage, falls for a man who is revealed to be her half-brother. Her life is further complicated by the revelation that she was adopted.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising the performances, particularly Margaret Lockwood's, while others found the plot convoluted and melodramatic. It is not considered a major film in the careers of its cast or director.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy performances from the lead actors.

  • The story's dramatic twists were seen as overly sensational by some.

  • A competent, though not groundbreaking, melodrama of the era.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this older film is not readily available through common aggregators.

Fun Fact

This film was based on the novel 'A Light in the Attic' by Reginald Berkeley.

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