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Movie Review: One never knows, do one?
Summary: 5 Stars
This has to be one of the best musicals ever. So much talent packed into one film! It's like a time capsule of the 40's swing era.You like dancing? Well, watch Bill bojangles Robinson tap. Or watch the unbelievable Nicholas brothers do their acrobatic number starting out on the music stands of Cab Calloways band. Torch songs? Lena Horne. She never looked or sounded better. Jazz with a little comedy? Fats Waller with Benny Carter on trumpet doing a great version of "ain't misbehaving" and issuing his famous line "one never knows do one?" Blues? Ada Brown singing with Fats Waller spitting out funny quips between lines. And the finale with Cab Calloways big band(featuring Illinois Jacquet on sax) doing an extended version of "jumping jive" shows how exciting swing music can be. All in all,this is a wonderful tribute to the black music of the period and a great starting point for anyone curious about the swing era.
Movie Review: An American Treasure, and Personal Favorite
Summary: 5 Stars
Imagine: no wires, no special effects, but some of the best stunts in the form of dance acts anywhere. For those of us interested in the music and dance of the era, this is an absolute must. For those of us interested in historical contexts, this is probably a bit skewed towards the brighter side of life, but you can clearly see the evolution of jazz and jazz dance from WWI to WWII. For those of you looking for great acting and a moving plot, you need to find it elsewhere, because this movie was basically put together from a number of vaudeville and specialty acts -- the very best of the time. For those of you willing to take a closer look, you might notice that the level of pure entertainment, the enchantment that these entertainers can cast over you, the audience member, is something not found in modern entertainment anymore, in this day of performing for television and movie cameras instead of a live audience.Movie Review: Who Needs a Plausible Plot?
Summary: 5 Stars
That's not at all what this treasure of a film is all about, especially today. Its main value, as I see it, is as a fine example of the multi-faceted mastery of show business forms achieved by Black performers of that Golden Era...I showed it to my children (ages 14, 12 and 10 at the time), and now it's one of their favorites, 'cause they were FLOORED by the joy of it all!
Get this film into your library as proof that no combination of jim crow, bigotry and lack of equal opportunity could keep these giants from rising, like cream in a milk bottle, to the very top. You and your children will be glad you did; I mean, come on! Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, Lena Horne, The Nicholas Brothers AND Cab Calloway in one flick?! Roll 'em, Pete!!!
Movie Review: One of the Best Dance Scene of all Times
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this movie mostly for Cab Calloway and The Nicholas Brothers. The Nicholas Brothers created (what I think) is the best dance scene of all times. They make tap seem very easy, but most people do not realize the level of athleticism involved in getting those moves so fluid. Cab Calloway was always VERY entertaining with his band; you can't help but to tap your foot to the beat of his band when he performs. Overall this movie shows a great deal of history for anyone who has an interest in dance, black entertainment, or just entertainment in general. This was produced about 30 years before I was even thought of and I love that it's on DVD now so that I can teach/share with my future children this piece of history.Movie Review: Outstanding!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have two words to describe this film -- absolutely outstanding! I am always interested in viewing, and showing to others, positive early films about African Americans. This film certainly fits the bill with its assemblage of some of the greatest stars of all time. The acting, singing, and dancing are all superbly rendered by a stellar cast of African American performers. I highly recommend it for use by academicians who teach courses focusing on the 20's through the 40's as well for those interested in good leisurely entertainment. It not only is entertaining but also sends a powerful message about the challenges of being a performer in the context of marriage and family.