
Never Fear
People don't stop loving when things go wrong!
Directed by Ida Lupino
Produced by The Filmakers
A tender, earnest drama about a dancer's struggle with polio and her fiancé's steadfast love, grounded in mid-century optimism about resilience and commitment.
A dancer who has just gotten engaged to her partner and choreographer and is about to embark on a major career is devastated to learn that she has contracted polio.
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Questions people ask
Is Never Fear violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Never Fear sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Is Never Fear scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Does Never Fear end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
Is Never Fear easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like Never Fear
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Never Fear
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Never Fear, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Never Fear, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Never Fear, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.



























































