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July 16, 2023
A classic musical. I've seen so many of them already that it's hard to imagine why this particular one stood out, though the release year is probably part of the film's legacy. No doubt this is one of the films that helped to define the template for many others that would come in its wake.
A new theater show destined for Broadway is ready to be launched, but the night before all the costumes and sets are confiscated. The cast finds themselves without work. Luckily, they find someone willing to bank the show. He's also a great performer, but for some reason, he doesn't want to join the production on stage.
A meager plot, interrupted by a bunch of musical numbers, that's the formula. The numbers are well staged and it's clear that, in contrast to the plot, this production wasn't shy for money and talent. The mood is light (only interrupted by some pointless drama near the finale, but what did you expect), it's just a bit too long for this type of film. Decent for what it is.