Movie

I'd Rather Be Rich

1964 · 96 min

A frothy, brightly coloured sixties confection that glides by on charm, songs and gentle farce, asking nothing but a smile.

Tagline: When it comes to men...or money...she's the richest girl in town!
Overview: An updated remake of It Started With Eve (1941). A young heiress is summoned to the bedside of her dying grandfather. The man's last wish is to meet her fiance, but problems arise when the fiance is delayed and a young chemical engineer is persuaded to take his place. When the grandfather suddenly (and secretly) recovers, he uses the situation to his advantage - playing matchmaker in an attempt to ensure his granddaughter's happiness.
How it feels: Light, whimsical, romantic and satirical. Brisk and easy to follow.
About: Love, family, deception, class
Content: Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.
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Tone: lightstrength 3 of 3
whimsicalstrength 2 of 3
romanticstrength 2 of 3
satiricalstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: brisk, 3 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: easy-watch, 2 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: love
family
deception
class
ambition
Places: big city
single country house
workplace
Era: contemporary
Audience: family
Form: ensemble
Content intensity: Gore none
Language none
Violence mild
Sex mild