Goodnight, Sweetheart

Goodnight, Sweetheart

A merry mix-up if hilarious hi-jinks, riotous romance and giddy gaiety!

NR 1944 · 67 min · ★ 9.0 · Comedy, Music

A journalist attacks the campaign of a mayoral candidate who has gained the endorsement of a rival newspaper.

Directed by Joseph Santley · Written by Jack Townley

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