Little Old New York
Little Old New York

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Little Old New York

1940
Movie
100 min
English

Inventor Robert Fulton receives support from a tavern owner and a shipyard worker to help realize his dream of a high-powered steamboat.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Henry KingGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In 19th-century New York, a young Irish immigrant girl, despite her father's dying wish for her to become a singer, is determined to keep her family's boarding house afloat. To do so, she must pose as her deceased brother and take over his position as a reporter for a prominent newspaper.

Critical Reception

The film was a moderate success, praised for its charming performances and period detail, though some critics found its plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Alice Faye's charming performance and the film's nostalgic depiction of old New York.

  • Some reviewers noted the plot felt a bit contrived but enjoyable nonetheless.

  • The supporting cast and period costumes were also highlighted positively.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable for this older film, but contemporary reviews suggest a generally positive viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the 1923 silent film of the same name, which also starred Marion Davies in the lead role.

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Richard Greene is engineering pioneer "Robert Fulton", a man with a vision for building a steamboat that can work the interior river network of the USA quickly, and efficiently, distributing goods from the seaports to the towns and cities. ...

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