The Kid from Kokomo
Gruff boxing manager "Square Shooting Murph" Murphy manages a naive boxer from Indiana, Homer Baston.Homer is willing to give up his boxing career searching for his parents, so Murphy hires two jailbirds to play his long lost parents to keep him in the ring.
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Plot Summary
A young man from Kokomo, Indiana, arrives in Hollywood with dreams of becoming a movie star. He quickly finds himself entangled in the studio system, facing eccentric directors, demanding producers, and the complexities of romance. Despite the challenges, his naive charm and determination lead him through a series of comical and musical misadventures.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'The Kid from Kokomo' received a generally mild reception from critics, who found it to be a lighthearted but unremarkable musical comedy. Audiences were likely drawn to its musical numbers and the presence of its leading actors, though it wasn't considered a standout film of the year.
What Reviewers Say
- A pleasant, if uninspired, musical comedy.
- Features several enjoyable musical numbers.
- Relies on predictable plot devices and light humor.
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Fun Fact
The film marked an early, albeit small, role for actress Joan Holloway, who would later become famous as Joan Crawford.
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