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Give a Girl a Break
When the temperamental star of a new Broadway musical revue in rehearsals walks out, director and choreographer Ted Sturgis suggests casting an unknown for the role. When it is announced in the newspapers, throngs of hopefuls show up. The revue's musical composer, Leo Belney, champions ballerina Joanna Moss, while gofer Bob Dowdy is enchanted by novice Suzy Doolittle. Then producer Felix Jordan persuades Ted's former dance partner, Madelyn Corlan, to come out of retirement to try out, much to Ted's great discomfort.
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Plot Summary
Three talented choreographers, Buddy, Ted, and Ryan, discover that their producer plans to replace them with a new, younger talent. To prevent this, they decide to stage a show with a new lead dancer, whom they will secretly sabotage so she can't make it. However, their chosen dancer, Ginger, proves to be far more resilient and talented than they anticipated, charming all three of them and threatening their plan.
Critical Reception
Give a Girl a Break received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. While some critics praised its energetic musical numbers and the performances of its leading ladies, others found the plot somewhat formulaic. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its song and dance routines, though it was not a major box office success.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its vibrant musical sequences and skilled choreography.
The performances, particularly by the female leads, were often highlighted.
Some reviews noted a predictable storyline despite the musical interludes.
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Fun Fact
The film featured an innovative dance sequence where dancers performed on roller skates, showcasing both their skating and dancing abilities.
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