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American multi-millionaire Michael Brandon marries his eighth wife, Nicole, the daughter of a broke French Marquis. But she doesn't want to be only a number in the line of his ex-wives and undertakes her own strategy to tame him.
Socialite Nicole Alford marries the wealthy industrialist "Bluebeard" Devaney, known for his numerous divorces. On their honeymoon in Europe, Nicole struggles with Devaney's demanding nature and penchant for multiple marriages. She decides to give him a taste of his own medicine by pretending to be equally promiscuous, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and a battle of wills between the newlyweds. Ultimately, their volatile relationship may lead to another divorce, or perhaps something entirely unexpected.
Bluebeard's Eighth Wife was generally well-received by critics upon its release, praised for its sophisticated humor and the sparkling chemistry between its leads. It is considered a prime example of Ernst Lubitsch's directorial style, known for its witty dialogue and subtle innuendo. Audiences also enjoyed the comedic escapades and the glamorous setting.
Praised for its sophisticated and witty Lubitschian humor.
Claudette Colbert and Gary Cooper deliver charming and dynamic performances.
The film's blend of romance and comedy is both elegant and amusing.
Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not readily available for this classic film. However, its enduring popularity suggests it was well-regarded by viewers during its time.
The film's original working title was 'The Man Who Had Three Wives'.
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Bluebeard's Eighth Wife was the first of two collaborations between director Ernst Lubitsch and then up-and-coming screenwriter Billy Wilder. The film, all style and surface, is more Lubistch than Wilder, but the script co-written by Wilder...