Marigold (1938 film)

The Monthly Film Bulletin wrote: "The story moves in a leisurely manner in keeping with its pleasant old-world atmosphere. It has refreshing wholesomeness and fragrance. The settings are exceptionally charming. Authentic backgrounds of Edinburgh Castle add interest, while the local scenery is delightfully portrayed. The character-drawing is good, and the acting reaches a high standard. Sophie Stewart has not an easy part, but she manages to make Marigold credibly innocent, gay, rebellious, and attractive. Patrick Barr is convincingly dashing, and appears not uncomfortable in costume. Thoroughly competent players give effective support. The Scottish accents may present occasional difficulties to Southern ears."^[5]

The Daily Film Renter wrote: "Charming period romance adapted from famous West End stage play, Sophie Stewart successfully repeating footlights role of spirited Scots girl who throws over staid Kirk elder for dashing young army officer, their union receiving personal blessing of Queen Victoria. Quaint old-world atmosphere of manse admirably captured, while authentic shots of Edinburgh Castle and picturesque Highland exteriors also in evidence. Delightful entertainment of wholesome type, with title affording strong selling angles."^[6]

Kine Weekly wrote: "Picturesque Scottish romantic comedy costume piece, smoothly adapted from the phenomenal Kingsway theatre stage success. The entertainment is unhurried, but it comains the graceful charm, gentle humour and kindly fragrance of 'Quality Street,' and these attributes should endear it to good class and family audiences. The acting leaves nothing to be desired, and neither does the atmosphere, most of which is authentic. Title values are, of course, considerable. Pleasing light refreshment tor the majority."^[7]

Picturegoer wrote: "There is rather too much dialogue and not enough action but it entertains fairly well. A highlight is the reproduction of Queen Victoria's visit to Edinburgh Castle."^[8]

Picture Show wrote: "There is a freshness and charm about this romantic comedy. ... Sophie Stewart is delightful as Marigold, who runs away to Edinburgh to see her sweetheart – a part convincingly played by Patrick Barr. The rest of the cast is good, and settings excellent."^[9]

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