The Great Flirtation
The Great Flirtation

The Great Flirtation

1934Movie74 minEnglish

An actor is jealous of his wife's stardom.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Alexander HallGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A European countess, seeking to avoid an arranged marriage and financial ruin, travels to America. She takes on a new identity and attempts to make her fortune through an "arranged" flirtation with a wealthy American businessman. Complications arise as genuine feelings begin to develop between them, threatening her carefully constructed facade.

Critical Reception

The Great Flirtation received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics generally found its comedic elements and the chemistry between the leads to be enjoyable, though some felt the plot was somewhat predictable. Audiences seemed to appreciate the lighthearted romantic comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted charm and romantic entanglement.
  • Chester Morris and Lily Damita's on-screen chemistry was a highlight.
  • Some found the storyline to be somewhat formulaic for the era.

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Fun Fact

Lily Damita, who plays the European countess, was a French actress and singer who had a brief but notable career in Hollywood during the early sound era.

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