Magnificent Obsession
1935·United States·112 min.
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The life of spoiled Robert Merrick (Robert Taylor) is saved through the use of a hospital's only pulmotor, which results in the death of Dr. Hudson, a selfless, brilliant surgeon and generous philanthropist. Merrick falls in love with Hudson's widow, Helen (Irene Dunne), though she holds him responsible for her husband's demise. One day, he insists on driving her home and makes a pass at her. She gets out and is struck by another car, losing her sight. He watches over her and visits her during her recuperation, concealing his identity and calling himself Dr. Robert. When he finds out that she is nearly penniless, he secretly pays for specialists to try to restore her vision.
DirectorJohn M. Stahl
MusicFranz Waxman
CinematographyJohn J. Mescall
CastIrene Dunne·Robert Taylor·Charles Butterworth·Betty Furness·Sara Haden·Ralph Morgan·Henry Armetta·Gilbert Emery·Arthur Treacher·Beryl Mercer·Alyce Ardell·Theodore von EltzShow all
Original titleMagnificent Obsession