Havana Widows
Havana Widows

Movie spotlight

Havana Widows

1933
Movie
62 min
English

Two golddiggers go fishing for millionaires in Havana.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Ray EnrightGenres: Comedy, Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

Two friends, Sadie and Mabel, are working as dance hostesses in Havana. They are both trying to find wealthy husbands. Sadie falls for a charming but penniless artist, while Mabel sets her sights on a wealthy businessman. Their plans take a turn when they discover that the men they are interested in are not who they seem to be.

Critical Reception

Havana Widows was a moderate success upon its release, praised for its musical numbers and the performances of its lead actresses. While not a critical darling, it was seen as a lighthearted and entertaining diversion for audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lively musical sequences.

  • Noted for the strong comedic performances of its lead actresses.

  • Considered a light and enjoyable escapist film.

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

Fun Fact

The film was one of several pre-Code musicals produced by Warner Bros. in the early 1930s, known for their more risqué humor and themes compared to later productions.

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