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Rumors

1947Movie90 minFrench

Jean is a good man who has a steady job (he is a mechanic in the village garage) and a companion named Aline. But Jean is also a guzzler and a philanderer. As a result, when a local prostitute is killed in the surroundings, he becomes at once the victim of rumor...

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Sherman, GeorgeGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A divorced couple, hoping to spite their new fiancés, decide to get back together. However, their meddling families and friends complicate their plans, leading to a series of humorous misunderstandings and chaotic situations. As they navigate the social minefield, they must confront whether their rekindled affection is genuine or just a game.

Critical Reception

Details on critical reception for the 1947 film "Rumors" are scarce, typical for many films of its era that were not considered major releases. Contemporary reviews, if available, likely focused on its lighthearted comedic elements and straightforward plot. Audience reception would have aligned with the popularity of screwball comedies and romantic entanglements common in films of the late 1940s.

What Reviewers Say

  • A lighthearted comedic romp suitable for a matinee.
  • Features predictable romantic entanglements and mistaken identities.
  • Offers mild amusement through its familiar plot devices.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for "Rumors" (1947) is not readily available, as this film predates widespread online user review platforms.

Fun Fact

While "Rumors" was released in 1947, a more widely recognized film with the same title, "Rumor Has It...", starring Jennifer Aniston, Kevin Costner, and Shirley MacLaine, was released in 2005.

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