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Movie Info

Release Date: June 26, 1936
Runtime: 115 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (1)
Genres:
Drama Romance Music
Budget: $1,300,000
Revenue: $5,273,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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πŸ…
92%
Tomatometer
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6.5/10
TMDB
78 votes
⭐
7.1/10
IMDb
6,575 votes
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San Francisco

1936

"Love and dreams rise above the city’s storm."

Also known as: πŸ‡·πŸ‡΄ RO: Orasul pacatelor All international titles (1) →

Awards & Recognition

0 Wins
2 Nominations
2 Total
Oscars
2 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner
1937 Oscars Best Director W.S. Van Dyke
1937 Oscars Best Actor Spencer Tracy

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 2/5
Frightening Elements 1/5
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Budget: $1,300,000
Revenue: $5,273,000
Profit $3,973,000
ROI +305.6% (4.1x)

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San Francisco is directed by W.S. Van Dyke .

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Keywords

#san francisco, california 38 #1900s 22 #priest 20 #disaster movie 15 #earthquake 8 #opera singer 8 #loss of faith 4 #crisis of faith 4 #belief in god 3 #great fire 2 #saloon singer 2 #nob hill 1 #tough man 1 #saloon owner 1

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Trivia & Fun Facts about San Francisco

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  • Clark Gable's performance was noted for its charisma and intensity; he often improvised lines to enhance his character's depth and appeal.

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  • The movie features musical numbers performed by Jeanette MacDonald that highlight the operatic style popular at the time, showcasing her vocal talents in key scenes.

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  • In one scene, a character's reflection appears in a mirror, but the background does not match the action taking place, creating a noticeable continuity error.

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  • W.S. Van Dyke, known for his ability to work quickly, completed filming in less than three months, a testament to his efficient directing style and the production's urgency.

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  • The film's themes of redemption and community resilience resonate with later disaster films, establishing a narrative framework that would be revisited in various genres.

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