I Live My Life

I Live My Life is a 1935 American comedy-drama film starring Joan Crawford, Brian Aherne, and Frank Morgan, and is based on the story "Claustrophobia" by A. Carter Goodloe.

I Live My Life
Theatrical release poster
Directed byW. S. Van Dyke
Produced byBernard H. Hyman
Screenplay byJoseph L. Mankiewicz
Based on"Claustrophobia"
by A. Carter Goodloe
StarringJoan Crawford
Brian Aherne
Frank Morgan
Aline MacMahon
Music byDimitri Tiomkin
CinematographyGeorge J. Folsey
William H. Daniels (uncredited)
Edited byTom Held
Production
company
Distributed byLoew's
Release date
  • October 4, 1935 (1935-10-04) (United States)
Running time
97 min.
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$586,000[1]
Box office$1,478,000[1]

Plot summary

Kay Bentley (Joan Crawford), a bored socialite seeks a more fulfilling life, and goes on a Greek holiday. While on vacation, Kay falls for Terry O'Neill (Brian Aherne), an archaeologist who challenges Kay's beliefs, yet, also falls for her enough to follow her home. He feels awkward in Kay's flighty, social circles; yet, they become engaged to marry. Kay and Terry continue to quarrel over their differing lifestyles. But eventually, they reach a compromise and do marry in the end.

Cast

Box office

According to MGM records, the film earned $921,000 in the US and Canada, and $557,000 elsewhere, resulting in a profit of $384,000.[1]

References
  1. The Eddie Mannix Ledger, Los Angeles: Margaret Herrick Library, Center for Motion Picture Study.
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