Brightlyme i know i wasted 90 mins of my life.

Smartorhypo Highly Overrated But Still Good

Reptileenbu Did you people see the same film I saw?

Breakinger A Brilliant Conflict

MartinHafer Because I am a retired history teacher, I have got to point out that this film is mostly fiction. The opening says it's 'BASED on the lives and music of Bert Kalmar and Harry Ruby'. While there was a real life song writing duo of Kalmar and Ruby, much of what you see in the film was pure hogwash. The duo actually LIKED each other and none of the friction between them in the film actually existed in real life. HOWEVER, even though I know this, I still had to watch the film for one reason--it stars Fred Astaire! Heck, I'd watch him in any movie...period. It's not just his dancing and singing that I like, but it's his classy persona in films. It's hard not to like the guy and want to see him in ALL his movies! This movie was an interesting experience for me. Usually, I watch old MGM musicals on my own because my family thinks these sorts of films are silly. Well, recently I got my oldest to watch a few of these films but tonight I was surprised when my wife also sat down to watch. And, my youngest joined in to see the film. And, surprisingly, they all had a great time watching it. Now it's not surprising I'd like it--but the rest of my family, too! Overall, we had a great time--even if the story was pretty much fictionalized.A couple things to look for in the film is the baby dance (you'll love it when they start tossing the kid about) as well as the rather offensive Kalmar-Ruby tune about the Japanese.

mrdonleone Oh, how my heart was captured when I saw this musical biopic with great names like Fred Astaire (and even a very young Debbie Reynolds). It was beautiful to see the song and music writers grow on each other. Yes, I sensed the touch of Hollywood in this film and that was a pity, because I wanted to know everything about the persons behind songs like 'I wanna be loved by You' and other now famous songs. But it didn't really matter, because at the end it grew on me too. I had to cry a little, because I'm sentimental, and this movie touches the inner feelings of our minds with the music and words. Actually, I want to become a song writer too, all because of this picture. If there are other would be songwriters like me who saw themselves in the images of music and love, this film had found it's potential. Long live every future songwriter!

lpersons-2 You have to love a movie with dance and song! I had never heard of this movie but received it as a Christmas gift by a good friend who knew my love for old movies of this genre. I also love movies about real people and historical things. This movie is based on the lives of two song people from the early 1900's. Lot's of good music to listen to and great dance to watch, with a nice plot line. The movie featured an all star cast including Fred Astaire and Red Skeleton. I only knew Red as a comedian so it was fun to see him take on the role of a somewhat serious nature. Vera Ellen was quite glamorous and was fun to watch in the dance numbers. Hairdo's, clothing, sets all very interesting to see, a glimpse from the past.. Very enjoyable way to spend an evening.

adie-6 This is the first real movie I have seen Red Skelton in, and he is amazing. His acting is so believable and he still does some of his typical comedic jokes and falls. There is one baseball practice scene I had to play in slow motion because the fall he did was so perfect! Also, when he shows disappointment and/or sadness, he'll just take your heart away. Because this movie is based on true events, you don't need to worry about a lousy plot or storyline. The music is great, and it is wonderful to see Red and Fred working together on songs. I wish this movie were offered on DVD. I watch it so often, I'm going to wear out the tape. I plan on buying a couple more copies just in case. I highly recommend this movie if you like Red Skelton, Fred Astaire, musicals, or just good movies. This movie should be considered a classic. It breaks my heart that whenever I mention this movie, nobody has ever heard of it.