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Yes, My Darling Daughter
Ellen is a free spirited young woman in love with Doug. Sadly he must leave America for a two year job in Belgium. Ellen and Doug decide to spend their last weekend together in a tourist cabin at a rural lake. Her family is shocked that a young unmarried woman would engage in such amoral activity. The comic plot develops as Ellen argues her case for women's freedom and independence, trying to win over her mother, grandmother, and other dubious relatives.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, recently graduated from college, is eager to marry her beau despite her mother's strong disapproval. Her mother, recalling her own youthful indiscretions, fears her daughter will make the same mistakes. To complicate matters, the daughter's wealthy and interfering aunt arrives, adding to the comedic chaos and misunderstandings.
Critical Reception
Yes, My Darling Daughter was generally received as a lighthearted and entertaining screwball comedy, typical of the era. Critics often praised Lucille Ball's comedic timing and the film's brisk pace, though some found the plot somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Lucille Ball shines in a role that foreshadows her future comedic stardom.
The film delivers standard romantic comedy fare with a few amusing twists.
A pleasant, albeit unremarkable, entry into the 1930s comedy landscape.
Google audience: Audience reception for this early Lucille Ball film is difficult to gauge with modern metrics, but contemporary reviews suggest it was seen as a charming and amusing romantic comedy that satisfied expectations for the genre.
Fun Fact
This film was one of Lucille Ball's early leading roles, showcasing her developing comedic talent before her meteoric rise to television fame.
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