Movie Reviews for Cabin in the Sky

Cabin in the Sky

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Movie Reviews of Cabin in the Sky

Movie Review: Excellent package of a piece of history
Summary: 4 Stars

The merits and weaknesses of this film are documented thoroughly - the merits include the legendary performers, a couple of superb Harold Arlen songs, stylish direction from Vincente Minnelli and great black and white photography; the weaknesses include a plot of painful piety and a rich display of black stereotypes; but this is the 21st Century and the preservation of this film is important, weaknesses included.

The DVD contains a good print and a very good commentary, split between 2 academics, Eddie Anderson's daughter, Fayard Nicholas of the famed Nicholas Brothers and Lena Horne herself. The best commentator explores all the subtexts of the film in the context of the history of the black American. Only Drew Casper grates with his usual breathless repetitive delivery.

The DVD also contains a lengthy audio outake of Louis Armstrong which is great listening, an MGM short which contains Horne's version of "Ain't it the Truth" sung in a bubble bath (far too sexy for public consumption at that time) and the original theatrical trailer.

Movie Review: Historical Gem
Summary: 5 Stars

Thank God this film has been saved as a historical reference for African-Americans in film. It is a treasure, a gem and a legacy.

Movie Review: Old Time Religion
Summary: 5 Stars

This is a sweet and funny tale about the dangers of sin and the way of redemption.

Movie Review: classic musical
Summary: 5 Stars

overall an excellent film, despite the racial overtones. But that is understandable when you consider the era in which this film was made. The story is timeless and the performances by the cast are wonderful. I highly recommend this underrated film to anyone, especially if you are a movie history buff like me.