Max Tracey (Leslie Howard) is a superb head waiter. He works at the finest restaurant and is beloved by the rich as well as royalty. However, he also knows that no matter how much these folks adore him and look to him, he still will never be one of them. Ironically, when he goes on vacation and is mistaken for a prince traveling incognito! And, to make matters interesting, a lovely young countess falls for her and he rebuffs her advances. She thinks it's because this 'prince' thinks he's above her....whereas in reality he realizes a commoner has little chance with a countess. What's to come of all this? See the film.
This clever film gently pokes fun at the British class system and I enjoyed it quite a bit. It never is a laugh out loud film....more one that makes you think. I noticed some found it slow and tough viewing....I found it clever and engaging....with a lovely performance by Howard.
This clever film gently pokes fun at the British class system and I enjoyed it quite a bit. It never is a laugh out loud film....more one that makes you think. I noticed some found it slow and tough viewing....I found it clever and engaging....with a lovely performance by Howard.