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Release Date: August 20, 1942
Runtime: 118 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (13)
Genres:
Drama Comedy Romance
Budget: $1,000,000
Revenue: $1,100,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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89%
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7.3/10
TMDB
124 votes
7.5/10
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9,944 votes
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The Talk of the Town

1942

"Secrets collide, laughter ignites, love unfolds."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: George Stevens' The Talk of the Town? 🇪🇸 ES: Tres contra todos? 🇵🇹 PT: O Assunto do Dia? 🇮🇹 IT: Un evaso ha bussato alla mia porta? 🇷🇴 RO: Vorbeşte tot oraşul All international titles (13) →

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 0/5
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Budget: $1,000,000
Revenue: $1,100,000
Profit $100,000
ROI +10% (1.1x)

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The Talk of the Town is directed by George Stevens .

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Keywords

#murder 247 #romantic 66 #adoring 60 #love triangle 36 #romcom 31 #trial 21 #fire 20 #arson 11 #factory 10 #misunderstanding 9 #supreme court 2 #hideout 2 #debate 2 #gardener 2 #criminal law 1

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Talk of the Town

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  • Cary Grant and Jean Arthur developed a strong on-screen chemistry during filming, which was enhanced by their shared experiences in theater prior to their film careers.

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  • The film was shot on location in various parts of Connecticut, which provided a picturesque backdrop that complemented the romantic and comedic elements of the story.

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  • A notable scene involves the character of the law teacher delivering a lecture on justice, which serves as a thematic contrast to the main plot of a fugitive in hiding.

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  • During a pivotal scene where the characters discuss the nature of justice, a clock can be seen in the background, symbolizing the passage of time and the urgency of the fugitive's situation.

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  • Ronald Colman's character was originally envisioned as a more comedic role, but the script evolved to emphasize his moral integrity, showcasing the film's dramatic elements.

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  • George Stevens later collaborated with Cary Grant on the film 'The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer' in 1947, further solidifying their professional relationship.

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