The Time, the Place and the Girl
A musical comedy that follows the progress of a college All America football player whose swollen head is deflated when, after graduating , he takes a job as a Wall Street stock salesman. While poor at selling, he knows how to charm women and his boss has him concentrate his efforts on disposing of bad stock to gullible females, one of whom turns out to be the wife of his boss. The film is considered lost, with only its soundtrack remaining.
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Plot Summary
A young man inherits a fortune and decides to use it to stage a lavish musical revue. He faces romantic entanglements and professional challenges as he tries to bring his vision to life. The story follows his journey through the glamorous, yet cutthroat, world of Broadway production.
Critical Reception
Released during the transition from silent films to talkies, 'The Time, the Place and the Girl' received mixed reviews. While some critics praised its musical numbers and the novelty of its sound, others found its plot predictable and its performances uneven. It is often considered a typical example of early musical films of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its musical sequences and early sound technology.
- Criticized for a formulaic plot and inconsistent acting.
- Seen as an artifact of early musical cinema.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this early sound film is largely unavailable through standard online platforms.
Fun Fact
This film is notable for being an early example of a musical film to incorporate sound, marking a significant shift in cinematic technology and production during its release.
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