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Charley's Aunt (1934)

5.019341h 31mDE
Comedy

Directed by Robert A. Stemmle

Rating

5.0/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

DE

Release

August 16, 1934

Director

Robert A. Stemmle

Overview

Charley Wyckham and Jack Chesney pressure fellow student Fancourt Babberly to pose as Charley's Brazilian Aunt Donna Lucia. Their purpose is to have a chaperone for their amorous visits with Amy and Kitty, niece and ward of crusty Stephen Spettigue. Complications begin when Fancourt, in drag, becom...

Cast

Fritz Rasp

Fritz Rasp

Lord Babberley

Max Gülstorff

Max Gülstorff

Sir Francis Chesney

Erik Ode

Erik Ode

Stephan Spettik

Jessie Vihrog

Jessie Vihrog

Amy

Carola Höhn

Carola Höhn

Kitty

Ida Wüst

Ida Wüst

Donna Lucia d` Alvadorez

Fritz Odemar

Fritz Odemar

Bresett

Ernst Legal

Ernst Legal

Nelson

Ernst Nessler

Ernst Nessler

Aristhopan

Charlotte Berlow

Charlotte Berlow

Miss Bedford

Henry Pauly

Henry Pauly

Smith

Rudolf Platte

Rudolf Platte

Shipmaker

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Charley's Aunt (1934), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Charley Wyckham and Jack Chesney pressure fellow student Fancourt Babberly to pose as Charley's Brazilian Aunt Donna Lucia. Their purpose is to have a chaperone for their amorous visits with Amy and Kitty, niece and ward of crusty Stephen Spettigue. Complications begin when Fancourt, in drag, becomes the love object of old Spettigue and Sir Francis Chesney.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Charley's Aunt. 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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