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Forty Little Mothers
After finding and adopting a child, a man gets a job at an all-girls school which doesn't allow families. Once the girls find the baby, they become his forty little mothers. At the same time, the child's true mother searches for him.
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Plot Summary
A lonely woman inherits a large estate and discovers it is also home to forty lively orphans. She initially struggles to cope with the boisterous children but gradually forms a bond with them. Complications arise when a charming but opportunistic man enters her life, seeking to exploit her newfound family.
Critical Reception
Critics noted the film's sentimental tone and Joan Bennett's performance, though some found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. It was generally seen as a lighthearted, family-friendly diversion.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its heartwarming portrayal of unlikely family bonds.
Praise for Joan Bennett's transition from reluctant guardian to loving mother figure.
Some found the narrative overly simplistic and lacking in genuine dramatic tension.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the short story "Forty Little Mothers" by Dave Monnahan.
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