Facing the Music (1933 film)
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Release date June 1933 |
Facing the Music is a 1933 British musical comedy film directed by Harry Hughes and starring Stanley Lupino, Jose Collins and Nancy Burne. It is also known by the alternative title Jewel Song.
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Production
The film was made at Elstree Studios by British International Pictures. It was one of a series of films made by the company featuring the popular stage entertainer Stanley Lupino. The film's art direction was by David Rawnsley.
Plot
In order to promote his client a publicist organises a fake robbery of her jewels, but things soon begin to unravel.
Cast
Critical reception
TV Guide noted "a stiff opera-oriented production using Faust as a backdrop"; while britishfilmclassics.wordpress.com applauded "a highly entertaining performance by music hall star Stanley Lupino, who comes up with endless visual gags and one-liners."
References
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