Hold Your Hand (film)

Hold Your Hand is a 1938 British musical comedy film directed by Herbert Mason, starring Jessie Matthews, Stanley Holloway, and Barbara Blair. The film revolves around a young Englishwoman, Peggy Hawkins (Matthews), who wins a newspaper competition that allows her to spend a week in Hollywood.

Peggy, accompanied by her Uncle Ben (Holloway), encounters a series of misadventures and romantic entanglements while trying to navigate the glamorous world of the film industry. She becomes involved in a scheme orchestrated by a jealous actress, Diana Monti (Blair), who aims to sabotage Peggy's chances of success.

The film features musical numbers showcasing Matthews' dancing and singing talents, typical of her popular performances of the era. Themes explored in Hold Your Hand include the allure and illusion of Hollywood, the contrast between British and American cultures, and the pursuit of fame. While not critically acclaimed as a groundbreaking film, Hold Your Hand is remembered as a lighthearted and entertaining example of 1930s British cinema, offering a glimpse into the popular culture of the time and the appeal of Hollywood glamour.