Temptation

A Parisian couturier's assistant, driven by ambition and a desire for a more glamorous life, becomes entangled with a wealthy industrialist. She finds herself torn between her loyalty to her fiancé and the allure of a life of luxury and passion offered by the older man. Her choices lead to a spiral of deceit and desperation, testing the boundaries of love, loyalty, and personal integrity.

Upon its release, 'Temptation' received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often finding its plot melodramatic and its characters unconvincing. While some praised Oberon's performance, the film struggled to resonate with audiences and critics alike, ultimately being overshadowed by more successful dramas of the era.

• The film's narrative was often criticized for being overly melodramatic and predictable.
• Performances, particularly from Merle Oberon, were noted but couldn't fully salvage the weak script.
• The exploration of ambition and its consequences felt somewhat superficial to many reviewers.

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The film is a remake of the 1933 German film 'Ich bei Tag und du bei Nacht' (I by Day and You by Night), which was itself based on a play by Hans Rameau.