Luck Comes from Heaven
Luck Comes from Heaven

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Luck Comes from Heaven

1942
Movie
85 min
Italian

The merchant Giovanni Illes is tracked down by the debtors, but cannot pay his debts. To save her father from bankruptcy, Anna talks to the lawyer, trying to earn an extension. The lawyer grants it to him, but he gets too close, even physically. She wants to defend herself, but his power dominates the impotence of the woman.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Grigori AleksandrovGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A talented but unrecognized composer living in the Soviet Union struggles to make ends meet. He dreams of his music being heard and appreciated, facing numerous setbacks. However, a twist of fate, or perhaps 'luck from heaven,' intervenes, offering him a chance at the success he so desperately desires.

Critical Reception

This musical comedy was a popular Soviet film of its time, aiming to uplift audiences with its blend of humor and song. While it served its purpose as entertainment during a challenging historical period, its artistic merit and narrative depth are often viewed through the lens of Soviet cinema conventions of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its musical numbers and leading actress's performance.

  • Seen as a lighthearted and optimistic piece of Soviet propaganda.

  • The plot is considered simple and often predictable.

Google audience: Audience reception data for "Luck Comes from Heaven" is not readily available in English-language sources. However, as a popular Soviet film, it likely resonated with domestic audiences for its escapist qualities and patriotic undertones.

Fun Fact

Lyubov Orlova, the film's star, was one of the most prominent actresses in Soviet cinema and often compared to Hollywood stars like Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich.

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