 The 1940 Universal film "It's a Date", produced by Joe Pasternak, directed by William A. Seiter and starring Deanna Durbin and Kay Francis, was also based on Jane Hall, Frederick Kohner and Ralph Block's screen story.Despite the title and some colorful second unit footage, the film was filmed mostly on MGM's soundstages.The production makes use of lavish, elegant "New Look" gowns and colorful sets, typical of the top-notch MGM standards.