El hombre que me gusta
El hombre que me gusta

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El hombre que me gusta

1958
Movie
90 min
Spanish

A man facing bankruptcy and ruin rehearses a couple of scenarios relating to suicide, until his family convinces him he's worth more alive than dead.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Raoul WalshGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy, older businessman falls for a younger, carefree woman. He attempts to win her affection by pretending to be someone he is not, leading to humorous and complicated situations. As the charade progresses, both characters must confront their true feelings and the realities of their relationship.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its lighthearted comedic elements and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot predictable and somewhat formulaic. Audiences at the time were generally entertained by the romantic comedy aspects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming leads and amusing romantic entanglements.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and a lack of substantial character development.

  • Seen as a pleasant, albeit unremarkable, romantic comedy of its era.

Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available through Google's user review system for this older film.

Fun Fact

Although the film was released in 1958, the original production was actually completed in 1956 and then shelved for two years due to studio disputes and Marilyn Monroe's personal issues at the time.

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