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Hey! Hey! USA
While working as a porter Benjamin Twist mistakenly ends up on a cruise ship heading for the USA. Upon landing on the American coast Twist takes up work as a professor.
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Plot Summary
A musical comedy centered around a college band trying to win a competition while dealing with various romantic entanglements and humorous situations. The film showcases the talents of the Ritz Brothers and the orchestra led by Harry James.
Critical Reception
Hey! Hey! USA received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised the musical numbers and the energetic performances of the Ritz Brothers and Harry James' band, others found the plot to be weak and predictable. It was generally seen as a lighthearted musical comedy designed for entertainment rather than critical depth.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic musical performances and the comedic antics of the Ritz Brothers.
Criticized for a thin and formulaic plot that served primarily as a vehicle for musical numbers.
A typical example of a pre-war musical comedy, offering light entertainment.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this film is not readily available through typical Google user review aggregations.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of the early prominent screen appearances for both the popular comedy trio, the Ritz Brothers, and the legendary bandleader Harry James.
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