Him and His Sister
Him and His Sister

Movie spotlight

Him and His Sister

1931
Movie
92 min
Czech

Postman Brabec is a welcome guest of the revue theatre for his sense of humor, and he brings his director Holt letters from female admirers every day. Holt's fans include Brabec's sister Anny. The girl would like to join the theatre, but for the time being works as a maid for the actress Velden. A new revue is being rehearsed, the name of the author is secret. Veldenová will return the role just before the premiere because she doesn't like it. The quick-witted Brabec introduces the director to his sister, who knows all the parts by heart.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Archie MayoGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman is caught between two men, one a wealthy industrialist and the other a struggling artist. She finds herself drawn to the artist's passion and creativity, but the industrialist offers her security and a life of luxury. As she navigates her feelings and the expectations placed upon her, she must make a difficult choice that will impact her future and the lives of those around her.

Critical Reception

Released in 1931, 'Him and His Sister' received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its romantic storyline and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot to be predictable and overly sentimental. The film was generally seen as a standard melodrama of its era, not particularly groundbreaking but offering a competent portrayal of romantic entanglements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its romantic drama and lead performances.

  • Criticized for a predictable and sentimental plot.

  • Considered a typical, albeit competent, melodrama of the early 1930s.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Him and His Sister' is not readily available through common aggregated review platforms, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes from Google users.

Fun Fact

The film was one of many pre-Code dramas that explored complex romantic relationships and societal pressures, a trend that would become less common after the implementation of the Hays Code.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review