Approved (1950)(I couldn't have said it better myself)
The Robinson family goes on a family vacation to the Catskills.
Hilarity ensues.
Their oldest daughter, Patti, wants to be treated like an adult but her parents just aren't ready for their little girl to grow up. Things only get worse for Patti when she falls for Demi Armendez, who is also being chased by her friend Valarie
5 out of 5
In my world, just the fact that this movie has both Jane Powell and Debbie Reynolds is enough reason to make it a classic.
This movie is a great movie to watch with the whole family. Parents will commiserate with the parents in the movie, and kids of all ages will enjoy the funny situations that the Robinsons keep getting into.
The movie doesn't play like a "typical" musical where folks just break into random song and dance routines, every song actually fits into the flow of the movie. Most songs are in performances or talent shows, with a daydream or two thrown in for good measure.
If you can find this movie, watch it. You will not regret it. (Ok, maybe if you hate singing and dancing... but even then.)
Amy, I lead such a charmed life!! Yesterday "Two Weeks With Love" was on TCM. I happened to catch the announcement of it in time to slap in a tape! I'll tell you, there is nothing wrong with this movie. However, I was, as is usually the case, happy to have something else to do during the dream scene.
ReplyDeleteOh, and btw, this is JUDY, so not Dennis.