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Ladies of the Chorus

  • 19481948
  • ApprovedApproved
  • 1h 1m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
1.3K
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Marilyn Monroe, Rand Brooks, Eddie Garr, and Adele Jergens in Ladies of the Chorus (1948)
  • Musical
  • Romance
A chorus girl falls in love with a wealthy young man, but their relationship is jeopardized by her mother's fears about the reaction of his family.A chorus girl falls in love with a wealthy young man, but their relationship is jeopardized by her mother's fears about the reaction of his family.A chorus girl falls in love with a wealthy young man, but their relationship is jeopardized by her mother's fears about the reaction of his family.
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
1.3K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Phil Karlson
  • Writers
    • Harry Sauber(screenplay)
    • Joseph Carole(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Adele Jergens
    • Marilyn Monroe
    • Rand Brooks
Top credits
  • Director
    • Phil Karlson
  • Writers
    • Harry Sauber(screenplay)
    • Joseph Carole(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Adele Jergens
    • Marilyn Monroe
    • Rand Brooks
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 31User reviews
    • 7Critic reviews
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    "Ladies Of The Chorus" 1949
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    Marilyn Monroe and Rand Brooks in Ladies of the Chorus (1948)
    Eddie Garr in Ladies of the Chorus (1948)
    Eddie Garr in Ladies of the Chorus (1948)
    Marilyn Monroe, Rand Brooks, Nana Bryant, Eddie Garr, and Adele Jergens in Ladies of the Chorus (1948)
    Ladies of the Chorus (1948)
    Dave Barry and Steven Geray in Ladies of the Chorus (1948)
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    Adele Jergens
    Adele Jergens
    • Mae Martinas Mae Martin
    Marilyn Monroe
    Marilyn Monroe
    • Peggy Martinas Peggy Martin
    Rand Brooks
    Rand Brooks
    • Randy Carrollas Randy Carroll
    Nana Bryant
    Nana Bryant
    • Mrs. Adele Carrollas Mrs. Adele Carroll
    Eddie Garr
    Eddie Garr
    • Billy Mackayas Billy Mackay
    Steven Geray
    Steven Geray
    • Salisburyas Salisbury
    The Bobby True Trio
    • Trio Musiciansas Trio Musicians
    Dave Barry
    Dave Barry
    • Ripple the Decoratoras Ripple the Decorator
    • (uncredited)
    Gladys Blake
    Gladys Blake
    • Flower Shop Girlas Flower Shop Girl
    • (uncredited)
    Chet Brandenburg
    Chet Brandenburg
    • Audience Memberas Audience Member
    • (uncredited)
    Paul E. Burns
    Paul E. Burns
    • Mr. Craig - Stage Doormanas Mr. Craig - Stage Doorman
    • (uncredited)
    Robert Clarke
    Robert Clarke
    • Peter Winthropas Peter Winthrop
    • (uncredited)
    James Conaty
    • Party Guestas Party Guest
    • (uncredited)
    Oliver Cross
    • Party Guestas Party Guest
    • (uncredited)
    Jay Eaton
    Jay Eaton
    • Party Guestas Party Guest
    • (uncredited)
    Bill Edwards
    • Alan Wakely - Mae's Ex-husbandas Alan Wakely - Mae's Ex-husband
    • (uncredited)
    Ella Ethridge
    • Party Guestas Party Guest
    • (uncredited)
    Adolph Faylauer
    Adolph Faylauer
    • Burlesque Show Spectatoras Burlesque Show Spectator
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Phil Karlson
    • Writers
      • Harry Sauber(screenplay) (story)
      • Joseph Carole(screenplay)
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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      When the film was re-released in November 1952, Columbia redesigned the opening title credits with the name of Marilyn Monroe over the title, and the name of Adele Jergens, who originally had top billing, moved to the head of the supporting cast; this is the version that was shown on Turner Classic Movies.
    • Goofs
      In a flashback that takes place more than twenty years earlier, the women's hairstyles and clothes are those of 1948.
    • Quotes

      Chorus Girl #3: He says to me, "I'd like to see your show, baby, how about a couple of passes?"

      Chorus Girl #2: The nerve!

      Chorus Girl #1: And the guys I go out with don't want passes. They just make 'em.

      Chorus Girl #3: Speaking of passes, I've been knocking down so many lately, I feel like an All-American.

    • Connections
      Edited into Okinawa (1952)
    • Soundtracks
      Ubangi Love Song
      Written by Buck Ram

      Performed by The Bobby True Trio

    User reviews31

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    Cute film showcases young Monroe's voice, stunning beauty
    A very young Marilyn Monroe in her first lead role made an impression on critics with her performance in this light film about a young burlesque queen whose mother disapproves of her engagement to a wealthy man.

    Monroe's sweet singing voice is showcased for the first time in this film, and it is a real treat. She had not yet adopted the "Marilyn Monroe" persona, but even without the breathy baby-doll voice she is the image of innocent seduction.

    Although the plot is rather formulaic and simplistic, this film does offer something of a twist at the end. All in all a cute film and opportunity to see Monroe as a young fresh-faced beauty who, as always, lights up the screen.
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • February 10, 1949 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Orquídea rubia
    • Production company
      • Columbia Pictures
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 1 minute
    • Color
      • Black and White
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.37 : 1

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