Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
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Movie Reviews of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Movie Review: Jane Russell -- "Half Sweet, Half Acid"
Summary: 4 Stars
Jane Russell is the true star of this film; make no mistake. The billing stated that she was The Star of the film, and the billing was correct. If you normally bypass Marilyn movies because of the rather overdone dumb blonde motif, watch this one anyways. Jane sparkles as the smart, witty best friend to Lorelei -- the diamond loving, dumb blonde. Jane's sparkling repartee as well as her performance capabilities (and my dad says her beauty) make her the most fun to watch. She is what is known in theater circles as a triple threat; she can act, sing, and dance. Oh, don't get me wrong; Marilyn does a very good job at what she does, and her attitude and performance are fun to watch. I love how her character, Lorelei, is always trying to find Jane's character, Dorothy, a wealthier and more "suitable escort" despite the fact that Dorothy has told her she doesn't care about money. However, it is her performance of "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" that is her dazzling moment, but Jane dazzles throughout the movie! This one is a wonderful, rewatchable film, but I don't just watch it for the dubious pleasure of Marilyn in another typecast roll.Movie Review: One of Monroes best
Summary: 4 Stars
During her time Marilyn Monroe was written off by many in Hollywood as all sex and no talent. This film IMO proves them wrong. Her natural flair for comedy added with her sex appeal makes her a treasure. Monroe herself has said that one must be smart to be able to play dumb. I truly think she was vastly underrated as an actress..Later, Some Like It Hot would showcase all her gifts to perfection. Thats not to say that she isn't scrumptious to look at in this film and in technicolor to boot! Jane Russell(The brunette equivilant of sexiness) makes a perfect co-star for Marilyn. Jane seems to be the older sister/parent to Marilyns' naive child. Its a shame they were not paired again. Their onscreen chemistry makes them a fine pair to behold. The film also has Marilyn in her classic Diamonds are a girls Best friend number which IMO is one of cinemas best. Jane also gets a crack at the song in a blonde wig doing a very funny Marilyn impersonation in a court room scene. This is one of those gems you never get tired of and can watch again and again.Movie Review: A classic movie musical
Summary: 4 Stars
In this classic movie musical, Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell star as two entertainers and best girlfriends who embark on a ship to Paris in search of the perfect men. Lorelei (Monroe) is a gold digger intent on snagging a better catch at sea, even though her new fiance is waiting for her back home. Unfortunately, Lorelei's future father-in-law hires a private investigator to keep track of all her hijinks, and Dorothy (Russell) ends up falling for the P.I. This is a funny movie with some good musical numbers, including Monroe's iconic "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" routine. Monroe and Russell both deliver solid performances, but for some reason I just never connected to this movie the way I did with "Singin' in the Rain," "The Sound of Music," and other old Hollywood musicals. Still, it's definitely a must-see classic.Movie Review: One of the best
Summary: 4 Stars
While Marilyn Monroe was, in my opinion, never a "great" actress she does a good job in this role which almost seems to have been written for her (it wasn't, it was a stage play first). Jane Russell is, as always, gorgeous and serves as the perfect companion for Marilyn. This film is funny, entertaining and well worth watching. It makes you miss the good old days when Hollywood knew how to make movies.Movie Review: A Razzle Dazzle Comedy
Summary: 4 Stars
Easily one of Marilyn Monroe's best movies! She may be a ditz but nobody does it with more style than Marilyn. The costumes are beautiful and the song numbers make the show a delight to watch!