Not on the mouth
Not on the mouth

Movie spotlight

Not on the mouth

1931
Movie
92 min
French

A wife uses the pretext, that her American husband refuses to kiss her on the lips, to divorce him. Later after she is remarried he tries in vain to win her back.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Rowland V. LeeGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman from a wealthy family falls in love with a struggling writer. Their relationship is tested by societal expectations and the writer's ambition. She must choose between her privileged life and a future with the man she loves.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Not on the Mouth' received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its romantic themes and performances, while others found its plot predictable. Audiences were generally receptive to the melodrama and the chemistry between the leads.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its romantic drama and the earnest performances of its lead actors.

  • Some critics found the storyline to be somewhat conventional for its time.

  • The film's exploration of class differences resonated with contemporary audiences.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Not on the Mouth' is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Fay Wray, who plays a supporting role, would later become famously known for her role in the 1933 classic 'King Kong'.

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