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Girl on Approval
Sheila's fourteen. Her father abandoned her as a baby, her mum's in jail and she's stuck in a children's home. Every family that's tried to look after her has found her too difficult. Now Anne and John Howland want to foster Sheila. But if they can't make a home for her, her future looks bleak.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, unable to find happiness in her current life, seeks a new beginning by impersonating a wealthy heiress. She falls in love with a man who admires her supposed status, but her deception threatens to unravel her newfound happiness.
Critical Reception
Girl on Approval was a modest British drama that received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics acknowledged its sincere performances and earnest attempt to explore themes of social climbing and romantic deception, others found the plot somewhat predictable and lacking in depth. It did not achieve significant critical acclaim but found a niche audience.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its earnest performances, particularly from Anne Heywood.
Criticized for a somewhat conventional and predictable storyline.
Seen as a decent, if unremarkable, example of British romantic drama from the era.
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Fun Fact
Patricia Neal, an American actress, won the Academy Award for Best Actress the same year for her role in 'Hud', making her appearance in this British film notable.
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