description Libeled Lady Overview
Libeled Lady is a 1936 romantic comedy starring Jean Harlow and William Powell. The film’s significance lies in its screwball comedic style and showcases a pivotal collaboration between director Howard Hawks and Ginger Rogers. It tells the story of a woman pursuing legal action against a newspaper for defamation, offering an entertaining look at courtroom drama and social dynamics during the 1930s. The movie is primarily appealing to audiences interested in classic Hollywood comedies and those studying film history or the careers of these iconic actors.
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info Libeled Lady Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1936 |
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Who are the four main stars of Libeled Lady?
Libeled Lady stars Jean Harlow, William Powell, Myrna Loy, and Spencer Tracy. That four-star MGM cast is a major reason the 1936 screwball comedy is still remembered.
What is the libel case in Libeled Lady about?
Myrna Loy's character, Connie Allenbury, sues a newspaper after it falsely claims she broke up a marriage. Spencer Tracy's editor character then hires William Powell's Bill Chandler to create a scheme that will undermine her lawsuit.
Is Libeled Lady part of The Thin Man series?
No, but it reunites William Powell and Myrna Loy, who were famous for The Thin Man films. Libeled Lady was one of many Powell and Loy pairings outside that detective-comedy series.
Did Libeled Lady get any major Oscar recognition?
Yes, Libeled Lady was nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards for films from 1936. It lost to The Great Ziegfeld, another MGM release.
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