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Doctor's Orders
Leslie Fuller stars as a quack whose son qualifies as a doctor in total ignorance of his father's occupation!
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a sanatorium and struggles to keep it afloat amidst various eccentric characters and romantic entanglements. She must contend with a charming doctor and the demands of her patients while trying to maintain the facility's reputation.
Critical Reception
This lighthearted British comedy was a modest success, generally seen as a pleasant if unremarkable diversion of its time. Critics at the time noted its charming performances and comedic situations, though some found the plot predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its light-hearted humor and charming cast.
Some found the plot a bit thin and predictable.
A typical British comedy of errors from the era.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this film. However, similar films from the era often appealed to those seeking simple, feel-good entertainment.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of British comedies produced in the early 1930s that often featured ensemble casts and light romantic plots.
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