In some ways an odd mix, "The Housekeep's Daughter" is generally well done and extremely well acted.
Joan Bennett looks more beautiful than ever, but doesn't have much to do, except look beautiful.
Adolph Menjou is simply always great, although his character makes a change that doesn't really ring true -- but so what?
Some of the finest of Hollywood's character actors make this just so much fun to watch, and seeing Victor Mature in an early role additionally makes "The Housekeeper's Daughter" a joy.
John Hubbard gives a good portrayal of a rather spacey character, but for some reason never did become the star he probably deserved to be, though he did keep busy most of the rest of his life.
I can recommend "The Housekeeper's Daughter" despite its minor flaws. Those flaws are vastly outnumbered by the joys.
Joan Bennett looks more beautiful than ever, but doesn't have much to do, except look beautiful.
Adolph Menjou is simply always great, although his character makes a change that doesn't really ring true -- but so what?
Some of the finest of Hollywood's character actors make this just so much fun to watch, and seeing Victor Mature in an early role additionally makes "The Housekeeper's Daughter" a joy.
John Hubbard gives a good portrayal of a rather spacey character, but for some reason never did become the star he probably deserved to be, though he did keep busy most of the rest of his life.
I can recommend "The Housekeeper's Daughter" despite its minor flaws. Those flaws are vastly outnumbered by the joys.