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I sold this film to myself as simply a musical with W.C. Fields and Joan Bennett in it, and it worked for me in that regard. Worth a watch if you're intrigued by bizarrely-plotted musical comedies from the 30's.
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Mississippi
1935
Movie
73 min
English
A young pacifist after refusing on principle to defend her sweetheart's honor and being banished in disgrace, joins a riverboat troupe as a singer, acquires a reputation as a crackshot after a saloon brawl in which the villain of the piece accidentally kills himself with his own gun, falls in love with his former fianceé's sister and finally bullies an apprehensive family into accepting him.
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IMDb6.1/10
Director: A. Edward Sutherland•Genres: Comedy, Musical, Romance
Plot Summary
A modern-day musician, Bob Davis, is sent back in time to the antebellum South after he is struck by lightning while playing his saxophone. He finds himself in the middle of a conflict between two Southern families and becomes entangled with the lovely Lucy Kemble. Bob must use his modern sensibilities and musical talents to navigate the social landscape, win Lucy's heart, and find a way back to his own time.
Critical Reception
Mississippi was generally well-received upon its release, praised for its musical numbers and the charming performance of Bing Crosby. While not considered a groundbreaking film, it was a popular and enjoyable musical comedy that capitalized on Crosby's star power and the appeal of its Southern setting and romantic plot.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming musical numbers and Bing Crosby's performance.
Enjoyed as a lighthearted and entertaining musical comedy.
Appreciated for its romantic elements and period setting.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film's premise of time travel was quite unusual for a musical comedy of its era, blending genres in an innovative way for 1935.
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