Coronado
Southern California's Hotel Coronado caters to and is frequented by members of the social upper-crust. Although she lives on the wrong side of the San Diego track, in a tent-city with her father. Otto, and ditzy sister, Violet, June Wray is a singer with the Eddy Duchin Orchestra appearing to the hotel. Johnny Marvin, an aspiring songwriter and the son of a wealthy automobile manufacturer, is staying at the hotel and, from they moment June and Johnny meet, they fall instantly in love. Trouble arises when Johnny's father objects to the romance, and complications and help arrive in the form of two Marine-hating sailors,Chuck Hornbostel and "Pinky" Falls, when Chuck marries June's ditzy sister.
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Plot Summary
A former Tarzan star, Johnny Weissmuller, plays Duke, a jungle explorer who becomes a reluctant hero in a case of mistaken identity. He finds himself entangled with a gangster's moll and a ruthless racket, leading to a series of comedic and musical misadventures.
Critical Reception
Coronado was generally met with mixed to negative reviews, largely seen as a star vehicle for Weissmuller that struggled to find a consistent tone between its musical numbers and crime-thriller elements. Audiences familiar with Weissmuller's Tarzan persona found the transition to a modern setting somewhat jarring.
What Reviewers Say
- While the film attempts to blend musical comedy with a crime plot, it often feels disjointed.
- Johnny Weissmuller's aquatic prowess is highlighted, but his acting range is limited for this type of role.
- The musical sequences are generally considered forgettable, failing to elevate the narrative.
Google audience: Audience reception data for Coronado from 1935 is not readily available.
Fun Fact
This film marked Johnny Weissmuller's first attempt at a musical role outside of his iconic Tarzan portrayal, showcasing a different side of his screen persona.
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