Service de Luxe
Service de Luxe

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Service de Luxe

1938
Movie
85 min
English

Glamorous and efficient Helen Murphy runs a service that will provide any type of assistance to wealthy customers, but what she's really looking for is a man who can take care of himself.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Edgar G. UlmerGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy socialite, stranded without funds after a business deal goes awry, accepts a job as a lady's maid to a charming but penniless young man who is posing as her employer. Complications arise as they navigate their new roles, a budding romance, and the expectations of society. The film follows their attempts to maintain their charade while falling for each other.

Critical Reception

Service de Luxe received mixed reviews upon its release, with many critics finding its plot somewhat thin and predictable. However, the performances of the lead actors, particularly Joan Crawford, were often praised for their energy and charisma. It was not a major box office success but is remembered as a lighthearted romantic comedy from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy for the performances of its leading actors.

  • Criticized for its predictable and light plot.

  • A charming, if unremarkable, romantic comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Service de Luxe' is not readily available on Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific user sentiments.

Fun Fact

Joan Crawford's role in 'Service de Luxe' was one of her first major comedic performances, showcasing a different facet of her acting talent beyond her more dramatic roles.

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“The Madison” agency is nimbly administered by “Helen” (Constance Bennett) delivering an all-inclusive service to the well-heeled gentleman. She and her formidable all-female team could sort out everything from dinner reservations and theat...