Hers to Hold (1943)

Name: Hers to Hold
Genre: Drama, Music, Romance
Released: 1943
Duration: 94 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Deanna Durbin, Joseph Cotten, Charles Winninger, Ludwig Stössel, Nella Walker

1h 34m United States of America

Drama Music Romance

Plot

Deanna Durbin shines in Hers to Hold, a charming continuation of her "Three Smart Girls" series. She portrays Penelope Craig, the dreamy daughter of affluent parents Judson and Dorothy Craig. Penelope becomes infatuated with the dashing but older playboy Bill Morley, played by Joseph Cotton, and is determined to win his heart. The film features Durbin's enchanting performances of "Begin the Beguine" and a segment from Carmen's "Seguidilla." A delightful touch is the nostalgic home movie montage showcasing memorable moments from Durbin's previous films, adding depth to her character's journey.

Cast

Deanna Durbin Joseph Cotten Charles Winninger Ludwig Stössel Nella Walker Gus Schilling Samuel S. Hinds Evelyn Ankers Fay Helm Iris Adrian Murray Alper Douglas Wood Minna Phillips Nydia Westman Irving Bacon