“Love Island” is a romantic comedy film released in 1952. The film follows the story of Jim Trevor (played by Peter Lawford), a wealthy American businessman who is on a business trip to England. During his stay, he meets and falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Mae Doyle (played by Eva Bartok) who works as a hotel chambermaid.
Despite their different social backgrounds and the disapproval of Mae’s boss, Jim and Mae embark on a whirlwind romance and decide to get married. However, their plans are complicated by the arrival of Jim’s business associate, who is determined to put a stop to their relationship and has his own designs on Mae.
As Jim and Mae try to navigate their relationship and overcome the obstacles in their way, they are aided by a cast of colorful characters, including a charming hotel manager, a cheeky bellboy, and a wise old bartender.
The film is a delightful and light-hearted romantic comedy, with plenty of laughs and charming performances from the cast. It also offers a glimpse into the social mores and class divides of post-war Britain and America, and the challenges faced by couples from different backgrounds trying to make a life together. Overall, “Love Island” is a fun and enjoyable film that is sure to delight fans of classic romantic comedies.
Directors:
Bud Pollard
Writer:
John E. Godson, Daniel Kusell
Stars:
Paul Valentine, Eva Gabor, Malcolm Lee Beggs
