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Barefoot in the Park 1967

“Broadway's barest, rarest, unsquarest love play.”

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What is Barefoot in the Park?

Barefoot in the Park is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance.

Type
Film
Year
1967
Status
Released
Runtime
106 minutes
Release date
May 25, 1967
Studios
Nancy Enterprises Inc. (I), Paramount Pictures, Hal Wallis Productions
Genres
Comedy, Romance
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81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.6/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Romance

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Barefoot in the Park is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Nancy Enterprises Inc. (I), Paramount Pictures, Hal Wallis Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A free‑spirited bride and her uptight lawyer husband navigate love and chaos in a tiny New York apartment.”

Reasons to watch
  • Witty dialogue from Neil Simon's original play
  • Charming chemistry between the mismatched couple
  • Captures 1960s New York romantic vibe
Keep in mind
  • Some humor feels dated to modern audiences
  • Pacing can be leisurely for viewers expecting fast comedy

Watch it if you enjoy classic romantic comedies about quirky couples learning to compromise.

The film is a light, adult‑oriented romance with mild relationship conflict, suitable for general audiences.

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What is the setting of the film?

The story takes place in a sixth‑floor apartment in Greenwich Village, New York.

Who are the main characters?

The central couple are Corie and Paul Bratter, with Corie's mother Ethel and neighbor Victor also featured.

What is the central conflict?

Corie's free‑spirited nature clashes with Paul's uptight demeanor, leading to marital tension and thoughts of divorce.

Is the film based on a play?

Yes, it is adapted from a Neil Simon stage play.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is classified as a comedy‑romance.

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