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Reviews for Joy of Living

5.4 / 10 1h 31min

Falling in love with the voice of Broadway chanteuse Margaret Garret, cocksure young tycoon Daniel Brewster decides to rescue the star from her hectic lifestyle of frenzied fans and mooching relatives. When Margaret has her ardent suitor arrested, the judge appoints her as Daniel's probation officer, forcing the duo to spend time together. As Daniel teaches Margaret to let her hair down and enjoy life, she begins to fall for her fun-loving admirer.

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Review by user5252dtb5cd9

This middle ground screwball comedy proves the classic genre still has more magic than today's processed cheese wiz called romantic comedy!

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Review by user667fz1l0ujo

A slightly above average time passer and diversion

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Review by user779gv1vhcpb

Longing to Escape that Depression

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Review by GoldenGorilla

good, but could have been better.

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Review by user204jkkeaeai

Irene Dunne is perfection as usual but ...

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Review by user955bn2m5y89

Joy of Living is a delightful forgotten screwball comedy that's worth seeking out.

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Review by user866j2qa5iso

Plucking Petals with Irene and Douglas Jr.

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Review by user46202c5js9a

A light comedy with top actors of early Hollywood

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Review by user572ki6ikvgx

Irene Dunne A Glaring Example of a Star/ Actress Overlooked for an Honorary Oscar

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Review by user614mnrhhx8z

Not as good as the sum of its parts

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Review by user392on5t2e4

An Ecstatic Little Musical Comedy Pageant With Unabashedly Lighthearted Silliness