Vacation from Love
Vacation from Love

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Vacation from Love

1938
Movie
66 min
English

A socialite dumps her fiancé on their wedding day and runs off with a saxophone player. Comedy.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Arthur V. LubinGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy young man, accustomed to a life of leisure, gets into trouble with the law and is forced to take a job in a rough-and-tumble logging camp. There, he struggles to adapt to the hard labor and the different social circles, finding unexpected romance along the way. He must prove his worth and find a new perspective on life and love amidst the challenges of the camp.

Critical Reception

While "Vacation from Love" was not a major critical success, it was generally seen as a lighthearted and diverting comedy of its time. Critics often noted its familiar plot but appreciated the performances and the film's ability to provide escapism for audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • A pleasant, if unremarkable, romantic comedy.

  • Offers a few laughs and a simple, feel-good narrative.

  • Performances are serviceable for the light material.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is largely unavailable. However, contemporary reviews suggest it was viewed as a typical studio programmer of the era, offering mild entertainment.

Fun Fact

The film was based on a story titled "Big Timber" by Wallace Sullivan.

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