Product Details

• Actors: George Murphy, Ginny Simms, Charles Winninger, Gloria DeHaven, Nancy Walker
• Format: Closed-captioned, Color, NTSC
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: MGM/UA Home Video
• VHS Release Date: September 1, 1998
• Run Time: 114 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 6302747252
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #97,005 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Neglected MGM Musical Gem, January 12, 2010

By 

Joel D. Arndt (University Heights, OH USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Broadway Rhythm (DVD)

Though not in the same category as MGM classics such as Singin' in the Rain, The Wizard of Oz and so many others, Broadway Rhythm (1944) is a very fun, extremely well-made movie with strong production values.

This was MGM's attempt to turn Ginny Simms (one of LB Mayer's favorite singers) into a major box-office star. While possessing a gorgeous voice, the looks (check out her entrance in the nightclub scene to the accompaniment of Tommy Dorsey's Irrisistable You) and a pleasing personality she just didn't click in a large way with the moviegoing public which is a shame because she is very good in this movie.

Broadway Rhythm is a much altered version of the Jerome Kern-Oscar Hammerstein II 1939 Broadway musical Very Warm For May. Only the standard All the Things You Are, sung beautifully by Ginny Simms and a medley of songs from the score sung by George Murphy were retained from the original production. Other musical standouts include Ginny Simm's Amor, Lena Horne's Brazilian Boogie and Somebody Loves Me, Nancy Walker and Tommy Dorsey's Milkman, Keep Those Bottles Quiet, Gloria DeHaven and Kenny Bowers' What Do You Think I Am and the incredible Ross Sisters doing their acrobatics and contortions to Solid Potato Salad and Manhattan Serenade.

The plot is nil, but who cares since this is a musical and the musical numbers are what counts. There are many of them and they are spaced nicely (and often) to relieve the tedium of the standard showbiz storyline. Other standout performers include Charles Winninger as George Murphy's father and Eddie "Rochester" Anderson. The color cinematography is beautiful and the print released here with no restoration apparently is in excellent shape.

Broadway Rhythm is a great example of fantasy and escapism produced during the World War II years. Highly recommended for those who enjoy MGM musicals from their heyday and great music and dancing from a large talented cast.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Non-stop entertainment!, September 28, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Broadway Rhythm [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Few muscials could hold your attention for two hours straight, but this is one of them! From the opening credits to the end, you're treated to one fabulous number after another, all held together with a sweet plot that's far more clever than in most musicals. Plenty of great characters, with great performances by Lena Horne, Gloria De Haven, George Murphy, and more. It even has snappy dialog, along with colorful costumes and sets. Also, watch for the Ross sisters' amazing contortionist act and Hazel's stunning, speedy piano playing. There's something for everyone in this film!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DVD NOW!!, May 9, 2006

By 

Josh O (New Rochelle, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Broadway Rhythm [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Great underrated Musical from the 'Golden Era'.

Tommy Dorsey and Ginny Sims are allways great and Nancy Walker is a hoot.

The VHS tape is OK but it should have been on Laserdisc.

The DVD is over due.

Hurry Up Warners!!