Perfect Understanding
Director: Cyril Gardner
Actors: Gloria Swanson, Laurence Olivier, John Halliday
PlotJudy and Nicholas Randall, a passionately in-love and newly married couple, embark on a grand honeymoon to Venice to celebrate their union. They make a mutual agreement to maintain a perfect understanding, vowing to grant each other complete freedom within their marriage and not succumb to jealousy. Despite their good intentions, the trials begin when Nicholas has a brief, spirited yet harmless adventure with another woman while on a trip to Paris, something Judy finds out inadvertently. Distrust begins to brew, challenging the solid foundation they had initially established.
When misunderstandings and poor communication escalate, the strain on their marriage grows. Judy's emotions spiral, and she grapples with feelings of betrayal and confusion, ultimately resulting in her making decisions that further complicate their relationship. Nicholas, too, struggles with his actions and the implications on their bond. As they navigate the choppy waters of trust, fidelity, and personal freedom, their initially idyllic marriage is put to the test. Unable to bridge their differences, the couple faces a defining moment that will determine the future of their relationship.
Writers: Miles Malleson, Garrett Graham, Michael Powell
Release Date: 11 Mar 1933
Runtime: 80 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Perfect Understanding offers early glimpses of Swanson, Olivier, and Powell's talents but is marred by problematic audio and video imperfections.
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