The Shop Around the Corner(1940)
Director:
Ernst Lubitsch
Two employees at a gift shop can barely stand each other, without realizing that they are falling in love through the post as each other's anonymous pen pal.
The Shop Around the Corner
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In Budapest, Hungary, the Matuschek and Company store is run by Mr. Hugo Matuschek, and the experienced salesman, Alfred Kralik, is his best employee. When Klara Novak applies for a saleswoman position at the store, Matuschek hires her despite her clashes with Kralik. Unbeknownst to them, Kralik and Klara have been corresponding as anonymous pen pals and have developed a deep connection.
As Kralik plans to propose to his mysterious pen pal, he is unexpectedly fired by Matuschek on the night of their scheduled meeting. Disheartened, Kralik heads to a bar where he is supposed to meet his pen pal, only to discover that Klara is the one he has been communicating with all along. Shocked by the revelation, Kralik confronts Klara, who is equally surprised.
Despite their initial animosity, Kralik and Klara begin to develop feelings for each other, but their complicated work relationship and Matuschek's interference create additional obstacles. As the holiday season approaches, Kralik and Klara must navigate their growing romance, the challenges of their employment, and the mysterious actions of their employer.
The Shop Around the Corner is a heartwarming romantic comedy that explores the themes of love, fate, and the importance of genuine connections. Directed by Ernst Lubitsch, this classic 1940 film, adapted from the play Parfumerie by Miklós László, captivates audiences with its charming performances and poignant storytelling.
As Kralik plans to propose to his mysterious pen pal, he is unexpectedly fired by Matuschek on the night of their scheduled meeting. Disheartened, Kralik heads to a bar where he is supposed to meet his pen pal, only to discover that Klara is the one he has been communicating with all along. Shocked by the revelation, Kralik confronts Klara, who is equally surprised.
Despite their initial animosity, Kralik and Klara begin to develop feelings for each other, but their complicated work relationship and Matuschek's interference create additional obstacles. As the holiday season approaches, Kralik and Klara must navigate their growing romance, the challenges of their employment, and the mysterious actions of their employer.
The Shop Around the Corner is a heartwarming romantic comedy that explores the themes of love, fate, and the importance of genuine connections. Directed by Ernst Lubitsch, this classic 1940 film, adapted from the play Parfumerie by Miklós László, captivates audiences with its charming performances and poignant storytelling.
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The Shop Around the CornerWriters:
Samson Raphaelson, Miklós László, Ben HechtAwards:
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