The Dolly Sisters
The Dolly Sisters

The Dolly Sisters

1945Movie114 minEnglish

Two sisters from Hungary become famous entertainers in the early 1900s. Fictionalized biography with lots of songs.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Irving CummingsGenres: Musical, Biography, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

This Technicolor musical biopic recounts the story of sisters Jenny and Rosie Dolly, Hungarian immigrants who became famous vaudeville entertainers in America. It follows their rise to stardom, their romantic entanglements with wealthy suitors, and their eventual decline as their personal lives and careers become intertwined. The film highlights their unique sisterly bond amidst the glitz and challenges of show business.

Critical Reception

The Dolly Sisters received a mixed reception from critics, with many praising its lavish production and the performances of its leads, particularly Betty Grable. However, some found the plot to be overly sentimental and lacking in depth, especially considering the dramatic potential of the real-life sisters' story. Audiences generally enjoyed the musical numbers and the star power of Grable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant Technicolor, elaborate musical numbers, and star performances, especially Betty Grable.
  • Criticized by some for a sentimental and melodramatic storyline that doesn't fully explore the complexities of the Dolly Sisters' lives.
  • A visually appealing but ultimately conventional Hollywood musical biopic.

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Fun Fact

The film was one of 20th Century Fox's biggest musical successes of the mid-1940s, significantly boosting Betty Grable's stardom.

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