All in a Night's Work
All in a Night's Work

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All in a Night's Work

1961
Movie
94 min
English

After the sudden death of magazine publisher Colonel Ryder, his nephew, Tony inherits the magazine and has big plans to expand it. While negotiating a loan from the bank, Tony gets a call from a detective surrounding his uncle's death. It turns out Colonel Ryder died in his hotel room with a smile on his face and a young woman was seen fleeing his room wearing only a towel. Suspicious of this woman and afraid the magazine's wholesome image may be tarnished and their loan denied, Tony asks the detective to stick around and find her.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Peter GlenvilleGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young advertising executive is caught in a series of comical mishaps when he falls for the daughter of his demanding boss. The film follows his increasingly absurd attempts to impress his potential father-in-law and navigate the complexities of workplace romance. Through mistaken identities and chaotic encounters, he must win over both his love interest and her influential parent.

Critical Reception

All in a Night's Work received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged the comedic potential of its stars, many found the plot convoluted and the humor lacking. Audiences generally had a similar lukewarm response, with the film failing to achieve significant box office success or lasting critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and often nonsensical plot.

  • Dean Martin and Shirley MacLaine's chemistry is a highlight, but not enough to salvage the movie.

  • Jerry Lewis's cameo, though brief, is often cited as one of the film's few genuinely funny moments.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the film to be a lighthearted but ultimately forgettable comedy that relies heavily on the star power of its leads.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a dramatic film before being reworked into a comedy, which may explain some of its tonal inconsistencies.

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