Storyline

Vivian Kenway (Sir Rex Harrison), a young Englishman from an aristocratic background, flunks out of Oxford, and decides to use his considerable charm to achieve his goal of, apparently, making dissipation his career. His derelictions include seduction, betrayals of sweethearts, family and friends, and marriage for money. All this with no signs of remorse or redemption, since his life as a completely unprincipled rake is quite enjoyable, for him, at least. Then, World War II breaks out and he is given a chance to die a heroic death for flag and country. Maybe.—Les Adams

Plot Keywords

1930s, expulsion, fiance fiancee relationship, gigolo, infidelity, judge, london england, magistrate, mechanic, moral corruption, england, drinking, dress shop, 1940s, aristocrat, battle, cafe, coffee, college, deception

Short Review

Its script shows a lively imaginativeness, while thoughtful preparatory work in camera angling and inventive handling of the camera on the floor combine with concise editing to maintain speed without haste.

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