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Hollywood on Parade No. B-9
Jimmy Durante asks popular song writing team Mack Gordon and Harry Revel to demonstrate some of their songs. There is interplay with impersonator Florence Desmond, Ben Turpin, Rudy Vallee and many others. Sometimes this film is incorrectly labelled as A-2. In the Criteron Pictures rerelease, this has an incorrect copyright date of 1932.
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Plot Summary
This short film is part of the "Hollywood on Parade" series, showcasing musical performances and brief comedic sketches. It features popular entertainers of the era performing songs and routines, offering a glimpse into the musical landscape of early Hollywood.
Critical Reception
As a short musical film from the 1930s, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain in detail. These types of shorts were often seen as light entertainment and filler. Modern viewing might highlight its historical value as a snapshot of popular music and performance styles of the time.
What Reviewers Say
A charming showcase of 1930s musical talent.
Provides a nostalgic look at early Hollywood variety acts.
Features popular performers of its era in song and dance.
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Fun Fact
The "Hollywood on Parade" series was produced by the Poverty Row studio Monogram Pictures, aiming to showcase talent and provide featurettes for cinema programs.
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