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Sons o' Guns
Broadway star Jimmy Canfield stars in a patriotic show on the great white way during WWI. He plays the heroic soldier, but he is doesn't want to join the Army. To evade some troubles with fellow actress Berenice, he acts like joining the forces going over there, but that turns out to be real. In France he falls in love with a French barmaid and is arrested as spy. He escapes from prison, only to end in the uniform of a German officer leading "his" soldiers in an Allied trap. But being escaped from prison and wearing the enemy's uniform isn't that healthy in wartime.
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Plot Summary
In this musical drama set during World War I, a charming American cowboy, Jimmy Dugan, enlists in the army and is sent to France. There, he meets and falls in love with the beautiful Parisian singer, Carol. Their budding romance faces challenges amidst the chaos of war, but their connection grows stronger as they navigate the dangers and emotional turmoil of the battlefield.
Critical Reception
Sons o' Guns was a moderate success, praised for its energetic musical numbers and the chemistry between its lead actors, though some critics found its plot to be somewhat predictable. It was appreciated for its lighthearted approach to a wartime setting.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lively musical sequences and engaging performances.
The romantic storyline was considered charming, albeit familiar.
A pleasant wartime musical that offers entertainment despite its simple narrative.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a stage play and was adapted for the screen with Joan Crawford in mind for the leading role.
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