Summary"Listen, Darling" is a delightful comedy-musical film launched in 1938 directed by Edwin L. Marin and starring Judy Garland, Freddie Bartholomew, and Mary Astor. The film focuses on a plot designed by two young people who intend to prevent the somewhat hasty and ill-considered second marital relationship of the previous's widowed mom.
PlotThe movie begins with our teenage lead character, 'Pinky' Wingate (Judy Garland) and her buddy Buzz Mitchell (Freddie Bartholomew) worrying over the lonely state of Pinky's widowed mother Dottie (Mary Astor). Seeing the mother dating bumbling middle-aged legal representative, Clyde Patterson (Gene Lockhart), they fear that she may settle out of desperation and be condemned to a miserable life.
Therefore, the pair chooses to stop this from occurring at all costs. They steal Patterson's caravan and take Dottie on a vacation, attempting to divert her mind. On the journey, they experience a charming and good-looking guy, Richard Thurlow (Walter Pidgeon), whom they feel would make a better match for Dottie. The duo creates a well-intended plan to kindle the love in between Richard and Dottie without her understanding.
Main Scenes and Character Development Filled with a series of humorous weaves, the movie's plot mainly develops in comedic series, taking place when Pinky and Buzz attempt to browse their adventures including the theft of the attorney's car, pretending to own a camp, and their amusing attempts to sway Dottie's heart towards Richard.
Pinky, regardless of her younger age, brings a sense of maturity and deep concern for her mom's joy, while Buzz, who appears a bit naïve at the start, turns into a brave and clever young man. Dottie, initially shielded from her children's plans, eventually sees the wisdom in their objectives.
Tunes and MusicBeing a film starring Judy Garland, "Listen, Darling" is incomplete without a wonderful dosage of music and singing. Here, Garland gets to show her singing talent. She croons the movie's most significant musical number, "Zing! Went The Strings Of My Heart", which is perhaps now best associated with Garland's tradition, and was later chosen for an Academy Award.
ConclusionThe film concludes on a pleased mix of fixed confusion, effective matchmaking, and hearty laughter, with Dottie ultimately falling for Richard, hindering her earlier plans to marry the legal representative, hence guaranteeing a pleased ending.
Reception"Listen, Darling" proved to be a box office success. Audiences enjoyed the comical efficiencies of the young Garland and Bartholomew. The story is defined by its humorous plot, unforgettable songs, and real emotion rooted in the bond between a mother and her kids.
In conclusion, in spite of its age, "Listen, Darling" still draws in viewers today with its classic styles, delightful performances, and remarkable music, making it a treasured classic of Hollywood's Golden Age.
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