Comrade X
Comrade X

Comrade X

1940Movie90 minEnglish

An American reporter smuggling news out of Soviet Moscow is blackmailed into helping a beautiful Communist leave the country.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Director: King VidorGenres: Comedy, Romance, War

Plot Summary

In Soviet Russia, American reporter Ernie (Clark Gable) poses as a luggage salesman to get information. He falls in love with the beautiful Countess Elizabeth (Hedy Lamarr), who is unaware of his true identity. Their romance becomes complicated by political intrigue and Ernie's attempts to smuggle information out of the country, leading to a series of comedic and dangerous situations.

Critical Reception

Comrade X was met with mixed reviews upon its release. While audiences enjoyed the star power of Clark Gable and Hedy Lamarr, critics often found the film's attempt at political satire to be heavy-handed and its plot somewhat contrived. Despite this, its lighthearted tone and the chemistry between its leads provided entertainment for many.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the chemistry and performances of Clark Gable and Hedy Lamarr.
  • Criticized for a plot that sometimes feels too contrived and heavy-handed in its satire.
  • Found to be a light, if somewhat forgettable, romantic comedy with a wartime backdrop.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Comrade X' on Google is not readily available, but contemporary reviews suggest it was seen as an entertaining, albeit flawed, star vehicle.

Fun Fact

Hedy Lamarr's character is often noted for her beauty and elegance, contrasting with the bleak Soviet setting, a testament to Lamarr's own legendary status.

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