Oh, for a Man!
Oh, for a Man!

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Oh, for a Man!

1930
Movie
78 min
English

Disenchanted opera star Carlotta Manson falls for ruffian cat burglar Barney McGann and gives up her career to marry him. But Barney grows disenchanted himself at being known as the husband of a diva and itches to get back to his life of crime and manliness.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Monta BellGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, recently fired from her job as a department store model, finds herself in a precarious financial situation. She attempts to secure financial backing for her fashion designs by seducing a wealthy businessman, whom she believes to be a millionaire. However, her plans go awry when she discovers the man is not as wealthy as she assumed, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Genevieve Tobin, and the lighthearted comedic elements. However, some found the plot to be predictable and derivative of other romantic comedies of the era. It was generally considered an enjoyable, if not groundbreaking, picture.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming performances and witty dialogue.

  • Appreciated for its light and entertaining romantic comedy storyline.

  • Criticized by some for a formulaic plot that lacked originality.

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Fun Fact

Although released in 1930, 'Oh, for a Man!' was filmed during the transition to sound cinema, and while it is a talkie, some of its early sound technology might seem rudimentary by later standards.

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