The Lady Is Willing
Bold, eccentric Broadway performer Elizabeth Madden befuddles her handlers by coming home with a baby she picked up on the street. She wants to keep the baby but has to find a husband to make adoption viable. She offers her new obstetrician Dr. McBain help with his research on rabbits in exchange for marriage - and he accepts. The marriage of convenience turns into a marriage of real love until Dr. McBain's ex-wife comes looking for money.
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Plot Summary
A famous actress, Elizabeth Madden, decides to adopt a baby to prove she can handle responsibility. Her plans are complicated when she falls for her new baby's doctor, Dr. Henri Vacher, who is unaware of her true identity and believes her to be a widow. Elizabeth must navigate her burgeoning relationship while keeping her celebrity status a secret, leading to a series of humorous and romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
The Lady Is Willing was generally met with a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting Marlene Dietrich's performance and the film's lighthearted romantic comedy elements. While some found the plot somewhat predictable, it was praised for its charming cast and entertaining premise.
What Reviewers Say
- Marlene Dietrich is charming as always, carrying the film with her star power.
- The romantic comedy elements are enjoyable, offering lighthearted entertainment.
- The plot relies on familiar tropes but is executed with a pleasant touch.
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Fun Fact
Marlene Dietrich reportedly disliked making 'The Lady Is Willing' and found the storyline rather flimsy, but she was contractually obligated to do it.
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