The Dream Car
The Dream Car

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The Dream Car

1934
Movie
89 min
Hungarian

A light hearted comedy, from the thirties. One of the most successful ones in Hungary. The ever enchanting story of a beautiful girl falling in love with a rich man.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Frank R. StrayerGenres: Comedy, Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy young man, eager to prove his worth, takes a job as a mechanic despite his father's disapproval. He falls for a young woman who is the daughter of his father's business rival. Their budding romance is complicated by the business feud and a scheme to steal a revolutionary new car design.

Critical Reception

Released during the early years of Hollywood's sound era, 'The Dream Car' was a modest musical comedy that played to the popular tastes of the time. While not a critical darling, it offered lighthearted entertainment and showcased the charm of its lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delightful musical numbers provide an enjoyable diversion.

  • The romantic subplot is charming, if predictable.

  • A light and breezy comedy suitable for escapism.

Google audience: Audience reception data for "The Dream Car" is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was one of several low-budget "B-movies" produced by Monogram Pictures, a studio known for its consistent output of genre films catering to a specific audience.

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