Cool It Baby
Cool It Baby

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Cool It Baby

1967
Movie
75 min
English

A sleazy couple tricks young, gullible women into making "smut" movies, then blackmails them into becoming members of their club.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Arthur DreifussGenres: Comedy, Music

Plot Summary

A group of young musicians, the "Bell Boys," led by Freddie Bell, are trying to make it big in the music industry. They get caught up in various comedic situations involving their pursuit of fame, girls, and avoiding trouble. The film features musical performances and lighthearted adventures as they navigate the challenges of show business.

Critical Reception

This musical comedy was largely overlooked by critics upon its release and is primarily remembered today for its musical numbers rather than its critical merit. It received a limited release and is considered a minor entry in the musical film genre of the 1960s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features energetic musical performances from Freddie Bell and The Bell Boys.

  • A lighthearted, if somewhat forgettable, musical comedy from the late 1960s.

  • Appeals to fans of early rock and roll and pop music of the era.

Google audience: Audience reception is scarce, but the film is generally viewed as a charming, albeit simple, musical showcase for its lead performers and their contemporary sound.

Fun Fact

Freddie Bell and the Bell Boys were known for their energetic live performances and had a modest hit with "Diamond Lil" prior to this film.

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