Marry the Boss's Daughter
Marry the Boss's Daughter

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Marry the Boss's Daughter

1941
Movie
60 min
English

Young man from Kansas goes to New York to work for his tycoon-hero. His superiors won't listen to his ideas about business, but the boss and his daughter do.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: William CastleGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A struggling young artist finds himself in a complicated situation when he falls for the daughter of his wealthy and demanding boss. He must navigate the expectations of his employer and the affections of the woman he loves, leading to humorous misunderstandings and romantic entanglements. The film explores themes of social class and ambition within a lighthearted romantic comedy framework.

Critical Reception

As a lesser-known film from the era, 'Marry the Boss's Daughter' received modest attention upon its release. Critics at the time generally found it to be a pleasant, if unremarkable, romantic comedy. Audience reception was likely aligned with typical B-movie fare of the period, offering light entertainment without significant critical fanfare.

What Reviewers Say

  • A light and breezy romantic comedy suitable for casual viewing.

  • The performances are charming, though the plot treads familiar ground.

  • Offers predictable but enjoyable comedic situations and a sweet romance.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available from its 1941 release.

Fun Fact

Director William Castle would later become famous for his innovative and often gimmicky horror films in the late 1950s and 1960s, such as 'House on Haunted Hill' and 'The Tingler'.

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