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Smilin' Through

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Smilin' Through
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1hr 41min
Genres:
Drama,Musical,Romance
Release:
1941
Director:
Frank Borzage
Starring:
Jeanette MacDonald, Brian Aherne, Gene Raymond  ...more
Synopsis: Adapted from the warhorse stage tearjerker by Jane Cowl and Jane Murfin, this 1941 film version of Smilin' Through is even hokier than two earlier movie adaptations, but it works beautifully thanks to the sensitive direction of Frank Borzage. Brian Aherne dominates the proceedings as the aged Sir John Carteret, who has lived in embittered seclusion since the tragic wedding-day death of his beloved fiancee Moonyean Clare. Upon the outbreak of WW2, Cateret's estate is visited by his orphaned American ... Full Synopsis
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Craig Butler, AMG Review
Even in 1941, Smilin' Through -- the third film version of an earlier stage play -- was beginning to feel a bit tired. Modern audiences coming upon Smilin' are apt to find it terribly dated, not so much in its details as in its overall feel and atmosphere. Although director Frank Borzage is known and respected for his special, sensitive handling of romantic films, he isn't operating at the top of his ... Full Review
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Jeanette MacDonald
Moonyean Clare
Brian Aherne
Sir John Carteret
Gene Raymond
Kenneth Wayne, Jeremy Wayne
Ian Hunter
Rev. Owen Harding
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