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Reaching for the Moon (1930)

"What excitement! What novelty! What modern day splendor. Fairbanks in a three-mile-a-minute comedy-drama."

5.419301h 13mEN
ComedyMusicRomance

Directed by Edmund Goulding

Rating

5.4/10

Runtime

1h 13m

Language

EN

Release

December 29, 1930

Director

Edmund Goulding

Overview

Wall Street wizard, Larry Day, new to the ways of love, is coached by his valet. He follows Vivian Benton on an ocean liner, where cocktails, laced with a "love potion," work their magic. He then loses his fortune in the market crash and feels he has also lost his girl.

Cast

Douglas Fairbanks

Douglas Fairbanks

Larry Day

Bebe Daniels

Bebe Daniels

Vivien Benton

Edward Everett Horton

Edward Everett Horton

Roger, the Valet

Claud Allister

Claud Allister

Sir Horace Partington Chelmsford

Jack Mulhall

Jack Mulhall

Jimmy Carrington

Walter Walker

Walter Walker

James Benton

June MacCloy

June MacCloy

Kitty - Aero Girl With Long Earrings

Helen Jerome Eddy

Helen Jerome Eddy

Larry's Secretary

Bing Crosby

Bing Crosby

Bing

William H. O'Brien

William H. O'Brien

Servant Telling Larry London is Calling (uncredited)

Dennis O'Keefe

Dennis O'Keefe

Ship's Party Guest (uncredited)

Lloyd Whitlock

Lloyd Whitlock

Associate (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Reaching for the Moon (1930), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Wall Street wizard, Larry Day, new to the ways of love, is coached by his valet. He follows Vivian Benton on an ocean liner, where cocktails, laced with a "love potion," work their magic. He then loses his fortune in the market crash and feels he has also lost his girl.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Reaching for the Moon. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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