Two White Arms
Two White Arms

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Two White Arms

1932
Movie
81 min
English

A man becomes bored with married life and pretends to have lost his memory so he can pursue other women.

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Director: Lothar MendesGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy young bachelor, known for his numerous romantic conquests, finds himself in a predicament when his fiancée insists on meeting his past lovers. To navigate this, he enlists the help of his loyal valet to create fabricated stories and personas for his former flames. However, his plan unravels when one of his ex-girlfriends decides to take the charade more seriously than anticipated, leading to comedic complications.

Critical Reception

While specific contemporary reviews are scarce, "Two White Arms" was a musical comedy that likely played to its strengths of lighthearted entertainment and the popular appeal of its lead, Jack Buchanan. It aimed for simple amusement rather than critical depth, characteristic of many films of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Light and amusing romantic comedy with musical elements.

  • Features the charm and comedic timing of its star, Jack Buchanan.

  • A predictable but entertaining plot for its time.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available due to its age.

Fun Fact

Jack Buchanan, the film's star, was a prominent Scottish stage and film actor known for his work in musical comedies and revues, and was a major star in the West End and on Broadway during the 1920s and 1930s.

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