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One Night in the Tropics

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1940 · 82 min Music Comedy
5.6 / 10 · TMDB

Jim "Lucky" Moore, an insurance salesman, comes up with a novel policy for his friend, Steve: a 'love insurance policy', that will pay out $1-million if Steve does not marry his fiancée, Cynthia. The upcoming marriage is jeopardized by Steve's ex-girlfriend, Mickey, and Cynthia's disapproving Aunt Kitty. The policy is underwritten by a nightclub owner, Roscoe, who sends two enforcers - Abbott and Costello - to ensure that the wedding occurs as planned.

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Year 1940
Country United States of America
Genre Music, Comedy
Director A. Edward Sutherland
Runtime 82 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.6/10 (20 votes)

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The film constructs a light comedic framework around an absurd insurance premise, using it as a vehicle for a series of misunderstandings and musical interludes. It relies heavily on the charm and signature routines of Abbott and Costello, making their feature film debut as a duo.

Those who tire of complex plots will find cheerful diversion in the song-and-dance numbers and the duo's classic bits. What lingers after the credits is the sheer buoyancy of a vintage Hollywood revue. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: A. Edward Sutherland

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