That's My Gal
Two sharpie promoters (Don Barry and Frank Jenks) put on a show they believe is so bad it will not play more than one day and they therefore will not have to pay the long list of investors,i.e, suckers and buyers. But one of the investors dies intestate and his interests pass to the state. The governor's secretary (Lynne Roberts) engages new talent (the Four Step Brothers, Guadalajara Trio, St. Clair & Vilvoa, Dolores and Don Graham, et al) and a new orchestra (Jan Savitt), in order to make the show successful and a profitable investment for the state. Barry (in another of the vast majority of his films in which he was not billed as Don "Red" Barry), who has fallen in love with the first-billed Roberts, reforms and buys up the surplus stock.
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Plot Summary
A young man inherits a jazz band and faces the challenge of keeping it together and making it a success. He navigates the complexities of the music business, deals with rivalries, and falls in love along the way. The film features performances by popular bandleaders of the era, adding to its musical appeal.
Critical Reception
That's My Gal was a modest musical comedy that catered to fans of big band jazz. While not critically acclaimed for its plot or performances, it was appreciated for its energetic musical numbers and lighthearted entertainment value. Audiences enjoyed the featured bandleaders and the generally cheerful tone of the film.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its upbeat musical performances by popular jazz orchestras.
- Considered a pleasant, if forgettable, piece of light entertainment.
- The plot serves primarily as a vehicle for the musical numbers.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'That's My Gal' from Google reviews is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film features performances by legendary bandleaders Jimmy Dorsey and Frankie Carle, showcasing their popular musical styles of the era.
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