Fanny

Admirers of the French cinema and of Raimu in particular will have to admit that the intensely human figure of the Gallic star undergoes little variety of characterization. In fact, 'Fanny" is "The Baker's Daughter" again, with the innate virtue of womanhood, backed by the mature but homely virtue of Raimu, once more triumphant over youthful indiscretion. Whether or not such repetition dulls French sensibilities, however, the lack of such basic themes in the Hollywood (or British) repertoire will insure a warm reception here, especially since that theme has been thoroughly seasoned with earthy humor unknown to the conventional dramatist and with backgrounds totally devoid of artificiality. Incidentally, the English titling is excellent.