First Love
In this reworking of Cinderella, orphaned Connie Harding is sent to live with her rich aunt and uncle after graduating from boarding school. She's hardly received with open arms, especially by her snobby cousin Barbara. When the entire family is invited to a major social ball, Barbara sees to it that Connie is forced to stay home. With the aid of her uncle, who acts as her fairy godfather, Connie makes it to the ball and meets her Prince Charming in Ted Drake, her cousin's boyfriend.
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Plot Summary
A shy, awkward teenager named Connie values her father's racehorse more than anything, until she meets and falls for Jimmy, a charming young man. Her burgeoning romance is complicated by her father's disapproval and her own insecurities about her place in society. As she navigates the complexities of love and social standing, Connie learns valuable lessons about herself and what truly matters in life.
Critical Reception
First Love was a significant box office success, praised for Deanna Durbin's popular singing and her romantic pairing with Robert Stack. Critics generally found the film to be a charming and heartwarming story, though some noted its conventional plot. It solidified Durbin's status as a major Hollywood star.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Deanna Durbin's star power and musical numbers.
- Seen as a charming and heartwarming romantic drama.
- The plot was considered somewhat formulaic by some reviewers.
Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the sweet romance and Deanna Durbin's performances, appreciating the film's lighthearted and optimistic tone.
Fun Fact
This film marked the first on-screen kiss for both Deanna Durbin and Robert Stack.
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