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Give Us This Night
After being introduced to the world of opera, a fisherman (Jan Kiepura) falls for a woman (Swarthout) whose guardian is a noted composer (Philip Merivale). They met when the fisherman evaded the police by seeking refuge in the village church. While there, they are each captivated by hearing the other singing Mass. The beautiful woman falls in love with the fisherman with the wonderful voice.
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Plot Summary
A charming but impoverished opera singer takes on a job in a Viennese café, where he falls for a beautiful socialite. Their budding romance is complicated by his ambition and her family's disapproval. The film follows their journey through love, career aspirations, and the challenges of maintaining their relationship amidst societal pressures and the vibrant, often chaotic, world of the opera.
Critical Reception
Give Us This Night was generally met with a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised the performances of its operatic leads, Jan Kiepura and Gladys Swarthout, and the musical numbers, though some found the plot somewhat conventional for its time. Audiences appreciated the blend of music, romance, and lighthearted comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its operatic performances and musical sequences.
Commented on as a pleasant, if somewhat predictable, romantic comedy.
Enjoyed for its lighthearted charm and escapist qualities.
Google audience: Audience reception for "Give Us This Night" is not widely documented through Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
This film was one of the few Hollywood opportunities for Polish operatic tenor Jan Kiepura and American contralto Gladys Swarthout, who were both prominent opera stars.
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