Hiram Stephen Maxim was an inventor in the 1800s whose son, Hiram Percy Maxim, wrote a book about his late father which served as the basis for this romantic comedy. Once again, Ameche is a struggling inventor. (After having played Bell in THE STORY OF ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL, his name
became a slangy synonym for the telephone.) Loy is a Bostonian who seeks a wealthy husband but winds up with Ameche. The movie depicts their travails, hopes, joys, and domestic squabbles. Ameche is extremely eccentric, and Loy provides the stability he needs. They have a son, Driscoll, and the
relationship between him and Ameche is a standout in the story. The film is quite episodic: t...
Released:
1946
Rated:
NR
Length:
88 mins