Good News
Good News

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Good News

1930
Movie
90 min
English

A college football star falls for his mousy French tutor.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Victor SchertzingerGenres: Musical, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

In this musical comedy, a college football star, Tom Brown, pretends to be poor to impress his girlfriend, a wealthy heiress named Connie. When Connie loses her money, Tom's deception is revealed, and he must win back her affection through his athletic prowess and genuine love.

Critical Reception

Released during the early days of sound film, 'Good News' was a popular musical that showcased the burgeoning talent of its performers and the energetic musical numbers that defined early Hollywood musicals. While not considered a groundbreaking film, it was well-received for its lighthearted entertainment and catchy songs.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic musical numbers and infectious songs like 'The Best Things in Life Are Free'.

  • Enjoyed for its lighthearted college setting and romantic plot.

  • Some noted the plot as being somewhat predictable, but overshadowed by the musical sequences.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Good News' (1930) is difficult to ascertain through modern platforms. However, contemporary reviews and its enduring popularity suggest it was a crowd-pleasing musical.

Fun Fact

The film is famous for introducing the song 'The Best Things in Life Are Free,' which became a massive hit and a standard in American popular music.

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