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Teenager Susan Turner, with a severe crush on playboy artist Richard Nugent, sneaks into his apartment to model for him and is found there by her sister Judge Margaret Turner. Threatened with jail, Nugent agrees to date Susan until the crush abates.
A sophisticated artist finds himself the object of obsession for a teenage girl, who manipulates her aunt and his friends to try and get him to date her. He navigates the peculiar situation with a mix of exasperation and amusement, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings. Eventually, he finds himself drawn to the girl's aunt, creating a romantic triangle complicated by the age difference and societal expectations. The film explores themes of attraction, maturity, and the unexpected turns of the heart.
The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer was a commercial success and generally well-received by critics for its witty script, charming performances, and lighthearted humor. Cary Grant's suave portrayal and Shirley Temple's precocious performance were particularly noted, making it a popular film of its era.
Praised for its clever dialogue and humorous situations.
Cary Grant and Shirley Temple deliver memorable performances.
A light and entertaining romantic comedy.
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Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay (1948).
This film marked Shirley Temple's transition into more mature roles as she approached adolescence, and it was a significant hit for her career during this transitional period.
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Teenage Shirley Temple ("Susan") has become infatuated with the rather rakish artist "Dick Nugent" (Cary Grant). When she manages to talk her way past the bellhop and into his apartment one evening - without him knowing - his life just gets...