Remember Last Night?
Remember Last Night?

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Remember Last Night?

1935
Movie
81 min
English

After a night of wild partying at a friend's house, a couple wake up to discover the party's host has been murdered in his bed.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: James WhaleGenres: Comedy, Mystery, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy and eccentric young man, Danny Chambers, wakes up after a wild party with no memory of the previous night's events. He finds himself in a compromising situation and must piece together what happened, aided by his friends and the lovely Lou. Their investigation leads them through a series of humorous and mysterious encounters as they try to uncover the truth before Danny's impending wedding.

Critical Reception

Remember Last Night? was met with mixed reviews, with many critics praising its comedic elements and the performances of its cast, particularly John Barrymore. However, some found the plot convoluted and the humor to be somewhat dated. It was a modest box office success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its zany premise and John Barrymore's energetic performance.

  • Some found the mystery element less compelling than the comedic situations.

  • Overall a lighthearted and entertaining, if not groundbreaking, comedy of errors.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this classic film is limited, but contemporary reviews suggest it was enjoyed for its screwball comedy elements and star power.

Fun Fact

This film marked the final on-screen collaboration between director James Whale and actor John Barrymore, who had previously worked together on 'The Great Garrick' and 'Show Boat'.

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