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Sensation
Pat Heaton may be the best crime reporter in town but his fiancée Claire, despairing of the more tawdry aspects of his profession, makes him promise to give the job up. When a pretty waitress is found murdered, however, Pat falls in line with the rest of the 'Murder Gang' the pack of reporters who gather to glean stories by fair means or foul!
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Plot Summary
A shy, unassuming librarian becomes the subject of intense media scrutiny when a scandalous, albeit fictional, diary is published under her name. As the public becomes fascinated with the fabricated tales of her supposed adventures, she finds herself entangled in a whirlwind of romance, mistaken identity, and public deception. The story explores the pressures of fame and the blurring lines between reality and sensationalism.
Critical Reception
Sensation received mixed to positive reviews upon its release. Critics often praised the film's lighthearted approach to its central premise and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Jean Muir. However, some reviewers found the plot to be somewhat predictable and lacking in depth, though generally enjoyable as a romantic comedy-drama.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming premise and lead performance.
Found to be a pleasant, if not entirely groundbreaking, romantic comedy.
The film effectively explores the media's fascination with fabricated stories.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Sensation (1936)' is not readily available through general Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
The film was based on a story by Edwin J. Burke, who also penned the screenplay for the highly acclaimed 1930 film 'The Big House'.
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