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The Awful Truth is a 1937 Columbia film starring Cary Grant and Jean Harlow. This screwball comedy explores mistaken identity and romantic complications surrounding a wealthy heiress’s impending divorce. Its sharp dialogue and performances highlight the genre's unique blend of wit and social commentary. The movie appeals to audiences interested in classic Hollywood comedies, particularly those who enjoy stories about courtship and misunderstandings.
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Who stars in The Awful Truth opposite Cary Grant?
Irene Dunne plays Lucy Warriner opposite Grant's Jerry Warriner. Jean Harlow does not appear in the film, despite being named in some inaccurate catalog descriptions.
Why do Jerry and Lucy Warriner decide to divorce?
Each suspects the other of infidelity after their explanations for separate nights away fail to add up. Their attempts to disrupt one another's new romances reveal that neither has moved on.
What role does the dog Mr. Smith play?
Mr. Smith, played by the wire fox terrier Skippy, becomes part of the couple's custody dispute. The same canine performer also appeared as Asta in The Thin Man films.
Which Academy Award did The Awful Truth win?
Leo McCarey won the Academy Award for Best Director for the 1937 film. The picture also received nominations including Best Picture and acting recognition for Irene Dunne and Ralph Bellamy.
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