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Reporter from the scandalous 'Spy' magazine, Mike Connor
(Frank Sinatra), and photographer Liz Imbrie (Celeste Holm)
ably assist in his scheme.
Tracey tries to cover up the darker side of her life, in
particular her philandering father's (Sidney Blackmer) activities,
which results in increased complications, including a naughty
flirtation with Mike.
Louis Armstrong, as himself, provides commentary and jazz
content when he is accompanied by the 'All Stars'.
High Society is one of the best musical films ever made;
it is now almost 50 years old and is as sprightly now as it
was at birth.
Cole Porter is at his sharpest, providing witty lyrics and
stylish music including: 'True Love' Bing Crosby and Grace
Kelly (a number one hit when released). 'Who Wants to be a
Mllionaire' Frank Sinatra and Celeste Holm. 'Now You Has
Jazz' Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong. 'Mind if I Make Love
to You'. Frank Sinatra. 'Little One' Bing Crosby and Louis
Armstrong. 'Well Did You Ever?' Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra.
In this talented ensemble two stand out, Bing Crosby and
Frank Sinatra; the vocal harmony and comic timing between
them rivals the best of Crosby and Hope.
Crosby: (croons) "Like bar, bar, barroom, mum, mum, mum,
moom.
Sinatra: (abrasive) "Don't dig that kind of croonin' chum.
Crosby: (double take, pause) "You must be one of the newer
fellas."
Director Charles Walters keeps the pace moving along, pictures
perfect, soundtrack great and the length, just right.
Conclusion: 90% Extras: 75%.
Continued: DVD
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