Dancing on the Ceiling
A young man follows a pretty girl into her office, which turns out to be a musical dentist office. Cute chorus girls attend to the many male customers, and the girl the young man was following is revealed to be the dentist. She gives the young man anesthetic gas and he dreams the dentist and her troupe of nurses are dancing on the ceiling.
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Plot Summary
A successful but lonely bandleader finds romance with a spirited young woman who dreams of becoming a singer. Their relationship is tested by his fame and her ambition, as well as the interference of a conniving manager.
Critical Reception
Dancing on the Ceiling received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its musical numbers and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Alice Faye and Joan Davis. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and formulaic for its era. Audience reception was generally favorable, drawn by the popular songs and the romantic storyline.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its lively musical numbers and song selection.
- Alice Faye and Joan Davis were highlighted for their charming performances.
- The plot was considered somewhat standard for a musical romance of the period.
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Fun Fact
The film features the popular song 'Dancing on the Ceiling,' which, although featured prominently, was actually written in 1932 for the film 'The Barkleys of Broadway' (though it was ultimately cut before release) and later used in this film.
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