Once Upon a Dream
Once Upon a Dream

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Once Upon a Dream

1949
Movie
87 min
English

An officer's wife has a romantic dream about her husband's man (servant) and comes to believe it is true. Meanwhile the husband has asked his servant to help him, after the war, to suggest ways to ignite the romance he and his wife had before the war, as well as find a way to make money in a post-war economy.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Irving RapperGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck writer finds unexpected inspiration and romance when he takes a job ghostwriting a children's book for a wealthy industrialist. He must navigate the challenges of the publishing world and the affections of the industrialist's daughter, all while trying to maintain his own creative integrity.

Critical Reception

Once Upon a Dream was a modest success, generally well-received by critics for its lighthearted charm and romantic comedy elements. Audiences appreciated its escapist qualities and the performances of its lead actors, though it was not considered a major critical darling or a box office smash.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its pleasant and charming romantic comedy storyline.

  • Appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors.

  • Noted as a light and enjoyable diversion.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this film is not readily available through Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Warner Bros. and was one of several comedies released by the studio during that period, aiming for broad audience appeal.

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CinemaSerf

It's quite a simple story this, and rather amusing in a light-hearted sort to fashion too. Guy Middleton ("Maj. Gilbert") returns from the war a bit zonked. All he really wants is his pyjamas and a long nap! During the night, though, his so...