I Know Where I'm Going!
Seen it?1945 | 91 min | Romance, Drama, Comedy
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved The Ghost and Mrs. Muir or Limelight, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 31 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1945: an older pace and style.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Plucky Englishwoman Joan Webster travels to the remote islands of the Scottish Hebrides in order to marry a wealthy industrialist. Trapped by inclement weather on the Isle of Mull and unable to continue to her destination, Joan finds herself charmed by the straightforward, no-nonsense islanders around her, and becomes increasingly attracted to naval officer Torquil MacNeil, who holds a secret that may change her life forever.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$1 million worldwide on a $235K budget
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger
- Wendy HillerJoan Webster
- Roger LiveseyTorquil MacNeil
- Pamela BrownCatriona
- Finlay CurrieRuairidh Mhór
- George CarneyMr. Webster
- Nancy PriceMrs. Crozier
- Catherine LaceyMrs. Robinson
- Jean CadellPostmistress
- John LaurieJohn Campbell
- Valentine DyallMr. Robinson