Wedding Day
Twenty-year-old Yoshiko (Setsuko Hara) and her younger sister Asako (Yōko Yaguchi) struggle to accept changes in their home during the preparations of their widowed father's wedding to his chosen bride, Maki Tsuneko (Sadako Sawamura), who's anxious about her conduct as the bride.
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Plot Summary
A naive young woman finds herself in a difficult situation when she becomes entangled with a wealthy and influential family. She must navigate societal expectations and personal desires as she faces an unexpected wedding. The film explores themes of love, ambition, and the consequences of choices made under pressure.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'Wedding Day' received mixed reviews. While some critics praised its performances, particularly Alice Faye's, others found the plot somewhat predictable and melodramatic. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with the film not achieving significant box office success.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Alice Faye's sensitive portrayal.
- Criticized for a formulaic and overly sentimental plot.
- Noted for its competent direction within the studio system.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film from 1940 is not readily available in public archives.
Fun Fact
Although often credited as 'Wedding Day', the film was also known by its working title, 'Annabelle Takes a Holiday', and was intended as a vehicle for Alice Faye.
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