Woman Hater
Woman Hater

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Woman Hater

1948
Movie
105 min
English

An English lord who dislikes women meets a French movie star who dislikes men.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Director: Robert Zigler LeonardGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A determined bachelor who staunchly believes women are a nuisance finds his convictions challenged when he becomes entangled with a beautiful woman. He attempts to prove his theory by proving women are incapable of doing 'manly' jobs, only to find himself falling for the very person he's trying to discredit. The ensuing situations highlight the clash between his misogynistic views and his growing attraction.

Critical Reception

Woman Hater received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics appreciated the lighthearted romantic comedy elements and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot predictable and the humor to be dated. Audiences generally found it to be a pleasant, if unremarkable, diversion.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a charming, if predictable, romantic comedy.

  • Performances by the lead actors are a highlight.

  • Humor is generally light but occasionally falls flat.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the final collaborations between director Robert Zigler Leonard and his frequent star, Madeleine Carroll, with whom he had previously made several successful films.

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