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You'll Never Get Rich (1941) 6.7
After his wife discovers a telltale diamond bracelet, impresario Martin Cortland tries to show he's not chasing after showgirl Sheila Winthrop. Choreographer Robert Curtis gets caught in ... See full summary » Director:Sidney Lanfield |
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Nominated for 2 Oscars.
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Robert Curtis
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Sheila Winthrop
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Robert Benchley | ... |
Martin Cortland
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John Hubbard | ... |
Capt. Tom Barton
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Sonya
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Frieda Inescort | ... |
Mrs. Julia Cortland
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Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams | ... |
Kewpie Blain
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Donald MacBride | ... |
Top Sergeant
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Cliff Nazarro | ... |
Swivel Tongue 'Swiv'
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Marjorie Gateson | ... |
Aunt Louise
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Ann Shoemaker | ... |
Mrs. Barton
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Boyd Davis | ... |
Col. Shiller
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After his wife discovers a telltale diamond bracelet, impresario Martin Cortland tries to show he's not chasing after showgirl Sheila Winthrop. Choreographer Robert Curtis gets caught in the middle of the boss's scheme. Army conscription offers Robert the perfect escape from his troubles- or does it? Written by Diana Hamilton <hamilton@gl.umbc.edu>
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Exciting loveliness and rhythm in a star-spangled army musical!Parents Guide:
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
25 September 1941 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
He's My Uncle See more »Company Credits
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Mono (Western Electric Mirrophonic Recording)Color:
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1.37 : 1
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(1842)
Written by Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy
Whistled by Robert Benchley
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As Fred Astaire and Robert Benchley are discussing the upcoming show they pass several soldiers who are working with shovels. Though the soldiers are supposed to be breaking up clods and smoothing the dirt the shovels never come within six inches of the ground. See more »Quotes
Martin Cortland: Do anything so long as you make my wife believe I was telling the truth when I was lying to her!See more »
Crazy Credits
The opening credits are presented as a series of roadside advertising signs observed by one of the characters. See more »Soundtracks
"Frühlingslied (Spring Song) Op.62 #6"(1842)
Written by Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy
Whistled by Robert Benchley
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Ginger Rogers may have been Fred Astaire's ultimate dance partner, but Rita Hayworth makes a very worthwhile play for that title in 'You Were Never Lovelier'. This fun wartime comedy-musical has a very contrived plot that is as flimsy as tissue paper, but when the two stars Hayworth and Astaire are on screen together all faults are forgiven for the sheer brilliance they show together as dancing partners.
Hayowrth, early in her career, shows little sign of nervousness before the camera and handles her role as Sheila Winthrop very well, she imbues her with charm, grace and just a hint of sass. Astaire is equally likable as Robert Curtis, Rita's love interest from the beginning. As with all of Astaire's films with Rogers the lovestruck couple experience a series of misdemeanours that hinder their romance, until a romantic finale reunites the pair. Light moments of comedy work well to compliment the bursts of energetic dancing, and Hayworth's and Astaire's charisma shine through perfectly when they are needed to lift the action.
The army base setting is refreshing, yet also distracting. A little too much time is given to the rather unamusing antics of Astaire's servicemen buddies. The film isn't overly influenced with visual style, the sets look as if they have been used time and time again, yet Hayworth and Astaire are sublime whatever the situation. Rita looks very beautiful in this one, and she displays a natural acting talent. Astaire was never much of an actor but he lights up the screen like no other. Nice supporting work from Frieda Inescort is a highlight, as is the dancing finale for Hayworth and Astaire atop an army tank. Yes, the army sub-plot came in handy in the end.
Margarita Cansino was still undergoing the 'Rita Hayworth' transformation while this film was being made, so Rita still looks quite Latin in most scenes, with darker hair than we are normally accustomed to from the famous redhead. Fred often said that Rita was the best dancer he ever worked with, and at times he does seem in awe of her capabilities that definitely match his. Rita considered this one of the two jewels in her film career (the other being 'You Were Never Lovelier' with, you guessed it, Fred), and it is a gorgeous film.
A feel-good musical that isn't a mind-blowing film experience, yet is definitely an enjoyable one.
7/10.