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Tell It to a Star
Carol (Ruth Terry), the cigarette girl at a swank Palm Springs hotel, dreams of singing in the establishment's nightclub. She gets a chance when her well-to-do uncle, "Colonel" Morgan (Alan Mowbray), and a pal blow into town ... until their visit turns out to be a con job. Carol's voice impresses the bandleader (Robert Livingston), but the hotel manager (Franklin Pangborn), still smarting from Morgan's chicanery, isn't ready to give her a chance.
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Plot Summary
A struggling songwriter tries to make it big in Hollywood, facing numerous challenges and romantic entanglements along the way. She encounters a wealthy businessman who becomes interested in her talent and her life. The film follows her journey as she navigates the competitive music industry and her personal relationships.
Critical Reception
Tell It to a Star received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with many critics finding its plot predictable and its musical numbers uninspired. While Eleanor Parker's performance was sometimes noted, the film as a whole was considered a standard, somewhat forgettable musical of its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Eleanor Parker's charming performance.
Criticized for a thin and predictable plot.
Musical numbers were often deemed unmemorable.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Tell It to a Star' is not readily available through major aggregators, but historical reviews suggest it was a moderately received B-movie musical.
Fun Fact
The film was one of Eleanor Parker's early starring roles, showcasing her singing and acting talents before she became more widely known for her dramatic performances.
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