MY DEAR SECRETARY

Cinemavixion Review

Charles Martin's "My Dear Secretary" from 1948 offers a charming, albeit familiar, romantic comedy premise. Laraine Day shines as Stephanie Gaylord, an aspiring writer who takes on the role of secretary to Kirk Douglas's roguish novelist, Owen Waterbury. The film adeptly navigates the initial friction between Stephanie's earnest ambition and Owen's playboy lifestyle, setting the stage for an inevitable romantic entanglement. Keenan Wynn provides ample comedic relief as the klutzy roommate, Ronnie, adding a layer of slapstick that complements the witty banter. While the narrative follows a predictable trajectory of falling in love against the odds, the chemistry between Day and Douglas, coupled with Martin's light directorial touch, makes "My Dear Secretary" a pleasant and engaging watch. It's a testament to classic Hollywood romantic comedies, exploring themes of changing one's ways for love with a pleasant, effervescent tone.