Let's Make Music

A young woman inherits a struggling radio station and decides to liven it up with a musical competition. She faces opposition from the station's conservative manager and her own romantic entanglements as she tries to make the station a success. Ultimately, music and love triumph over adversity.

Upon its release, 'Let's Make Music' received a generally lukewarm reception. Critics acknowledged its lighthearted entertainment value and musical numbers but found the plot to be predictable and somewhat formulaic. Audiences likely enjoyed the musical performances, characteristic of many films from the era.

• Praised for its cheerful musical interludes and energetic performances.

• Criticized for a thin, uninspired plot and lack of originality.

• Seen as a pleasant, if unremarkable, diversion for fans of musical comedies.

Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available for this older film, general audience sentiment from the era likely appreciated its upbeat musical numbers and light romantic comedy elements, typical of popular entertainment at the time.

The film features performances by the popular jazz bandleader Charlie Barnet and his orchestra, showcasing contemporary swing music of the early 1940s.