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It's in the Air
Con men Calvin Churchill and Clip McGurk know how to fix a horse-race or boxing match. Calvin wants to go straight and win back his estranged wife, but first the men must dodge a dogged IRS agent and bilk a bunch of aviation investors out of the backing boodle for a balloon excursion into the stratosphere.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy industrialist, eager to modernize his company's advertising, decides to enter the new field of radio broadcasting. He faces resistance from his more traditional associates and clashes with a rival radio mogul. Along the way, he navigates romantic entanglements and learns the unpredictable nature of capturing public attention through the airwaves.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'It's in the Air' was generally seen as a lighthearted and entertaining comedy, with its novelty value stemming from its focus on the burgeoning world of radio. While not a critical masterpiece, it was appreciated for its comedic performances and musical numbers.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic comedic performances, particularly from Jack Benny.
Appreciated for its timely subject matter exploring the then-new medium of radio.
Some found the plot somewhat formulaic, but the musical interludes and gags kept it engaging.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this film is not readily available through common aggregation platforms.
Fun Fact
The film was one of the earliest Hollywood productions to prominently feature the then-revolutionary medium of radio as a central plot device, reflecting the public's fascination with the technology at the time.
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