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18 January 1946 (USA) moreTagline:
Song FILLED - Laugh PACKED! (original ad - many caps)Plot:
A young woman who wants to break into the theater schemes to become the protege of a famous Broadway star. full summary | add synopsisUser Comments:
Fluffy romantic comedy is easy to take... more (2 total)Cast
(Credited cast) | Deanna Durbin | ... | Kim Walker |
 | Charles Laughton | ... | John Sheridan |
 | Franchot Tone | ... | Paul Taylor, the Playwright |
| Helen Broderick | ... | Nora |
| Stanley Ridges | ... | Charles Gilbert |
| Donald Meek | ... | Martin |
| Regina Wallace | ... | Head Nurse |
| Charles Halton | ... | Mr. Dunlap |
| Douglas Wood | ... | Samual Hapgood |
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The fact that credibility is strained to the limits is not unusual in most of the Deanna Durbin films of this period. "Because of Him" is no exception--with a charming performance by Deanna and an excessively hammy one (intentionally so) by Charles Laughton. Both prove they have a way with comedy--as does Franchot Tone as a playwright who does not want Durbin to star in his new show. While the thin plot hinges on whether or not Deanna is successful in seeking the patronage of famous actor (Laughton) and starring in the theater, there is an air of mirth in the proceedings with just the right light touch to keep the story spinning to a happy ending.
Deanna, as usual, is in fine voice and gives a lovely rendition of "Danny Boy" and tosses off an operatic aria under most unusual circumstances. Her voice is showcased here and so is her comic timing. Easy to see why she was such a popular favorite in the '40s.