This Could Be the Night

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mark g @Mark_Alan_G. 09/10/2024 Obvious film adaptation of play. The actors are invested, no doubt. But the story does tend to drag in more than a few places, sometimes approaching tedium. Don't get me wrong, there is entertainment value here and it is a polished production. See more steve d @RT35616104 07/20/2020 It is fun in large part due to Simmons. See more 12/22/2017 Joe Pasternak-produced MGM comedy with songs is pleasant but unmemorable; Neile Adams, Julie Wilson and Ray Anthony & His Orchestra all perform in the film. See more 09/08/2012 ok late cvareer edmund o'brien in a rare comedy from robert wise See more 05/25/2010 While the story is on the simplistic side, it was a fun fish-out-of water scenario and I highly enjoyed the performances in this film. Jean Simmons plays a contained school teacher who takes a part-time job working as a secretary in a nightclub. It quickly becomes apparent that she's just as good for the club as the nightclub is good for her. I especially enjoyed Paul Douglas in his fatherly role as nightclub owner and Simmons' protector. The chemistry between opposites Jean Simmons and Douglas' protégé, played by the very handsome and brooding Anthony Franciosa develops well throughout the film so when their lips meet the screen sizzles. Great co-stars, very quirky and well developed. Also got a kick of out the subtle references and euphemisms for sex and virginity as Simmon's sexual experience or lack of it was contrasted with Franciosa's wealth in that area. It was made more than abundantly clear, because otherwise the audience just wouldn't have caught on?? Lastly just wanted to mention that the nightclub's design, atmosphere and musical numbers were well developed. Julie Smith smolders as the veteran lounge singer. See more 04/13/2009 Very entertaining, the cast is great, particularly Joan Blondell. It is a little predictable but always enjoyable. Good score, fine art direction and costumes. See more Read all reviews

This Could Be the Night

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