Love and Money
Love and Money

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Love and Money

1960
Movie
96 min
Hungarian

Feri Noszty forges bills of exchange, which is an unforgivable sin in his circle. The family, to pay the debt and save the boy's honour, cash in their only fortune by marrying Vilma, Feri's sister, to a wealthy man. But this will not save Feri, who must resign his commission as an officer. He gets a job as a magistrate, but the income does not satisfy the young man's needs. All that is left is a good marriage and a huge dowry.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Charles WaltersGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A globe-trotting fashion model, Lorelei Lee, finds herself in a whirlwind of romance and potential marriage while on assignment in Paris. She becomes entangled with a charming French singer, Maurice Cl phêne, while also dealing with a persistent American millionaire, Arthur Turner, who has his sights set on her. Throughout her adventures, Lorelei navigates the complexities of love, loyalty, and her own ambitions.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Love and Money' received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its charming performances and lighthearted romantic comedy elements, others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and less engaging than its predecessor, 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'. The film was generally seen as a pleasant, albeit not groundbreaking, romantic musical.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Shirley MacLaine's energetic performance and the film's visual appeal.

  • Criticized by some for a story that lacked depth and originality.

  • Enjoyed as a light and entertaining romantic musical.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Love and Money' is not extensively documented on Google platforms. However, general sentiment appears to favor its entertaining qualities and lead performance, though some viewers found the plot to be less compelling than expected.

Fun Fact

The film is a standalone musical and not a direct sequel to 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes', despite featuring Shirley MacLaine in a somewhat similar character archetype and the prominent theme of a glamorous woman navigating romantic pursuits.

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