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My Sister Eileen (1942)

"NOW ON THE SCREEN! THE STAGE HIT THAT CONVULSED BROADWAY AND THE NATION !"

6.919421h 36mEN
Comedy

Directed by Alexander Hall

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

EN

Release

September 24, 1942

Director

Alexander Hall

Official Trailer

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Overview

Sisters Ruth and Eileen Sherwood move from Ohio to New York in the hopes of building their careers. Ruth wants to get a job as a writer, while Eileen hopes to succeed on the stage. The two end up living in a dismal basement apartment in Greenwich Village, where a parade of odd characters are constan...

Cast

Rosalind Russell

Rosalind Russell

Ruth Sherwood

Brian Aherne

Brian Aherne

Robert Baker

Janet Blair

Janet Blair

Eileen Sherwood

George Tobias

George Tobias

Appopolous

Allyn Joslyn

Allyn Joslyn

Chic Clark

Grant Mitchell

Grant Mitchell

Walter Sherwood

Gordon Jones

Gordon Jones

'The Wreck' Loomis

Elizabeth Patterson

Elizabeth Patterson

Grandma Sherwood

Richard Quine

Richard Quine

Frank Lippincott

June Havoc

June Havoc

Effie Shelton

Donald MacBride

Donald MacBride

Officer Lonigan

Frank Sully

Frank Sully

Jenson

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into My Sister Eileen (1942), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Sisters Ruth and Eileen Sherwood move from Ohio to New York in the hopes of building their careers. Ruth wants to get a job as a writer, while Eileen hopes to succeed on the stage. The two end up living in a dismal basement apartment in Greenwich Village, where a parade of odd characters are constantly breezing in and out. The women also meet up with magazine editor Bob Baker, who takes a personal interest in helping both with their career plans.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of My Sister Eileen. 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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