This is certainly one of David O. Selznick's lesser known gems, best described as a "sweet" little comedy/drama about a family of grifters who rescue a lonely and wealthy old lady (MINNIE DUPREE) in a train wreck and decide to accept her offer of sharing her mansion with her for as long as they wish.
They start off with bad intentions but have a reversal of heart once they get to know the old lady. It's handled in a very tasteful manner with a cast that is entirely responsible for making the material seem better than it is. The odd family of grifters includes JANET GAYNOR, DOUGLAS FAIRBANKS, JR., ROLAND YOUNG and BILLIE BURKE.
Lesser roles are played deftly by RICHARD CARLSON and PAULETTE GODDARD, second leads in the romance department.
Stage actress Dupree is charming enough to make the story seem reasonably believable and HENRY STEPHENSON as her solicitor is excellent, as usual.
It's such a tastefully filmed production that it comes as no surprise that it's from the Selznick studio. Janet Gaynor, although not a favorite of mine, has rarely been seen to better advantage. Paulette Goddard registered stronger in subsequent roles at Paramount where her flair for comedy was more evident.
The word "sweet" comes to mind in describing the film's overall effect. Some may find it a little too sugary, but it passes the time pleasantly.
They start off with bad intentions but have a reversal of heart once they get to know the old lady. It's handled in a very tasteful manner with a cast that is entirely responsible for making the material seem better than it is. The odd family of grifters includes JANET GAYNOR, DOUGLAS FAIRBANKS, JR., ROLAND YOUNG and BILLIE BURKE.
Lesser roles are played deftly by RICHARD CARLSON and PAULETTE GODDARD, second leads in the romance department.
Stage actress Dupree is charming enough to make the story seem reasonably believable and HENRY STEPHENSON as her solicitor is excellent, as usual.
It's such a tastefully filmed production that it comes as no surprise that it's from the Selznick studio. Janet Gaynor, although not a favorite of mine, has rarely been seen to better advantage. Paulette Goddard registered stronger in subsequent roles at Paramount where her flair for comedy was more evident.
The word "sweet" comes to mind in describing the film's overall effect. Some may find it a little too sugary, but it passes the time pleasantly.