Paris Honeymoon
Paris Honeymoon

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Paris Honeymoon

1939
Movie
92 min
English

A Texas millionaire travels to Europe to meet his girlfriend, a European countess. He stops in a rustic mountain village and meets a beautiful peasant girl. He falls in love with her, then must decide if he wants her or the rich countess.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Frank TuttleGenres: Comedy, Music, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful radio singer, Lucky Owens, travels to Paris to escape the constant demands of his fans. His plan for a peaceful vacation is quickly disrupted when he falls for a charming French singer. Their budding romance is further complicated by a group of persistent reporters eager to uncover his whereabouts and disrupt his newfound privacy.

Critical Reception

Paris Honeymoon was a moderate success, appreciated for its lighthearted entertainment and musical numbers, particularly Bing Crosby's performance. While not critically lauded as a groundbreaking film, it provided escapism and charm that appealed to audiences during its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Bing Crosby's charismatic performance and musical numbers.

  • Found to be a pleasant, if predictable, romantic comedy.

  • The Parisian setting and lighthearted plot offered enjoyable escapism.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment for similar Bing Crosby musical comedies of the era points to enjoyment of the music and romantic plot.

Fun Fact

The film features several popular songs sung by Bing Crosby, including "The Paree Walt." which became a minor hit.

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