description Desire Overview
Desire is a 1936 American film directed by Frank Borzage, featuring Marlene Dietrich and Gary Cooper. It serves as a remake of the 1933 German film *Happy Days in Aranjuez*, with supporting performances from John Halliday and William Frawley. The production was overseen by Borzage and Ernst Lubitsch.
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info Desire Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1936 |
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What does Madeleine steal in Desire?
Madeleine de Beaupré steals an expensive string of pearls in Paris and hides it in American engineer Tom Bradley's pocket while crossing the border. She then follows him to Spain to recover the jewelry.
Why are Marlene Dietrich and Gary Cooper paired in Desire?
Dietrich plays the sophisticated jewel thief Madeleine, while Cooper plays the practical American tourist Tom. Their clash turns the 1936 crime setup into a romantic comedy as Tom gradually realizes that she has been manipulating him.
Who actually directed Desire?
Frank Borzage directed the film, with Ernst Lubitsch supervising the production for Paramount. Lubitsch's influence is often associated with its polished dialogue and European romantic-comedy tone.
Is Desire based on an earlier film?
Yes. It remakes the 1933 German film Happy Days in Aranjuez, which was itself connected to a stage comedy by Hans Székely and Robert A. Stemmle.
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