Midnight
Midnight

Midnight

1939Movie94 minEnglish

An unemployed American showgirl poses as Hungarian royalty to infiltrate Parisian high society.

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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Director: Mitchell LeisenGenres: Comedy, Romance, Crime

Plot Summary

A glamorous Parisian socialite, Michele de launay, finds herself in a precarious financial and romantic situation. To solve her problems, she embarks on a scheme to seduce and swindle a wealthy Texas businessman, Eve Gill. However, her plan takes an unexpected turn when she genuinely falls for him, leading to a comedic entanglement of mistaken identities, international intrigue, and true love.

Critical Reception

Midnight was a critical and commercial success upon its release, praised for its witty screenplay, sophisticated direction, and Claudette Colbert's sparkling performance. It's considered a classic screwball comedy, remembered for its sharp dialogue and escapist charm.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, witty dialogue and sophisticated humor.
  • Claudette Colbert delivers a masterful, charming performance.
  • A perfectly executed screwball comedy with a delightful pace.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's enduring entertainment value and Colbert's star power, often noting it as a standout of the screwball comedy genre.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'The Way of All Flesh', but it was changed to 'Midnight' to capitalize on the popularity of Claudette Colbert's earlier hit, 'It Happened One Night'.

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