Quadrille
The battle of the sexes as drawing room social satire. Philippe, a middle-aged newspaper editor, has lived for six years with Paulette, a successful stage actress. He tells her friend Claudine, a realistic and enterprising reporter, that he's thinking of proposing. Into the mix steps Carl Erickson, a charming Hollywood matinée idol in Paris briefly. He meets Paulette, sees her act (his box seat compliments of Philippe), and sets out to seduce her. The next two days bring talk, tears, separation, despair, surprises, and, perhaps, reconciliation as characters speak "exactly half the truth." It's a quadrille of changing partners.
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Plot Summary
The story follows a wealthy industrialist who faces a series of romantic entanglements and comedic situations involving his family and associates. As he navigates his relationships, misunderstandings and humorous events ensue, leading to a charming resolution.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of the 1938 French film 'Quadrille' is limited in readily available English-language sources. However, as a product of its era and featuring popular French actors, it likely received a positive reception within France, appreciated for its lighthearted comedic and romantic elements.
What Reviewers Say
- A classic example of French romantic comedy from the period.
- Features strong performances from its lead actors, particularly Raimu.
- Offers light entertainment with predictable but satisfying plot developments.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Quadrille' (1938) are not widely aggregated in a way that allows for a specific summary. However, films of this genre and era are typically enjoyed for their charm, humor, and romantic themes, suggesting a positive audience experience for those who watched it.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a play of the same name by French playwright Noël Coward, though it was adapted for the screen by Léo Joannon.
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