Platinum Blonde

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Summary: The Real Star Is ...?
Review: Robert Williams plays a reporter with a comeback for everything that marries wealthy Jean Harlow, and unfortunately, her family as well. Left behind is the simple girl who really loves him, fellow reporter Loretta Young. Since Williams doesn't fit into Harlow's world, and Harlow doesn't fit into his world, many complications arise as the upper class meet the common folk. Young, despite top billing, has little to do in the film except look good, which she does with her usual style. Harlow is a bit stiff, but has some good moments. Halliwell Hobbes, as the family butler, has some great moments and provides some good laughs. But surprisingly, the real star is Robert Williams, an actor I've never heard of until this film. He has a smart screen presence, and plays his part with a lot of charm and ease. He has some excellent scenes with Harlow. The film has some funny moments mixed in with romance and drama, and it plays out the class distinctions well. Catch this Jean Harlow/Loretta Young film for its real star, Robert Williams.

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Summary: Well I liked it...
Review: This is the one movie I've come across that manages to bring tears to my eyes every single time I've watched it. All of the actors are absolutely amazing... except for Jean Harlow, who is terrible. The humor is subtle on occasion and might be missed by those used to the more ribald humor of today. Most of the fun of Platinum Blonde is watching Stew Smith's eyes for his reactions. One can only wonder sadly why Jean Harlow was allowed to act in this film.

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Summary: Two women in search of a worthy man
Review: What are two foxy babes like Jean Harlow and Loretta Young doing looking twice at that lead male character, that loser? Jean Harlow is miscast, but looks good; Loretta comes off best, serenely beautiful. Men might like it more than I did.