Hollywood Rhythm
Hollywood Rhythm

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Hollywood Rhythm

1934
Movie
10 min
English

This short plugs the new tunes written by Mack Gordon and Harry Revel for the movie "College Rhythm" and shows the audience how they were written and rehearsed. Naturally it also advertises the movie.

Insights

Director: Herman CohenGenres: Musical, Short

Plot Summary

A musical short film that showcases various musical numbers and comedic interludes. It features performances by rising talents and established vaudeville acts of the era. The plot loosely connects the different segments, primarily serving as a vehicle for song and dance.

Critical Reception

As a musical short from 1934, "Hollywood Rhythm" was likely viewed as a pleasant, if brief, diversion. Such shorts often served to showcase studio talent and popular music of the day, and were generally well-received for their entertainment value. Contemporary reviews would have focused on the quality of the musical performances and the general appeal of the featured artists.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming showcase for musical talent of the era.

  • Features energetic song and dance numbers.

  • A brief but enjoyable glimpse into early Hollywood musicals.

Google audience: Audience reception for this short film is not widely documented, but musicals of this type were generally appreciated for their lively entertainment and popular music.

Fun Fact

This short film features an early appearance by the iconic comedy team, The Three Stooges, in their original lineup with Moe, Larry, and Curly.

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