So This Is Love
So This Is Love

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So This Is Love

1953
Movie
101 min
English

Film biography of opera star Grace Moore, released in 1953.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Director: Gordon DouglasGenres: Biography, Drama, Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of Ruth Etting, a young singer who rises from humble beginnings to become a famous Broadway star. She falls in love with Martin Snyder, a married club owner who becomes her manager. Their controversial relationship and Etting's subsequent legal troubles form the core of the narrative as she navigates fame, love, and scandal.

Critical Reception

So This Is Love was met with mixed reviews, with some critics praising Kathryn Grayson's performance and the musical numbers, while others found the plot melodramatic and dated. It was not a major critical success, but it resonated with audiences who enjoyed musical biopics of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Kathryn Grayson delivers a capable performance as the titular singer.

  • The musical numbers are a highlight, showcasing both Grayson's vocal talent and the era's popular songs.

  • The plot is considered somewhat predictable and overly sentimental by modern standards.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with many viewers appreciating the classic musical numbers and Kathryn Grayson's singing. Some find the story engaging, though others note its age and melodramatic elements.

Fun Fact

Kathryn Grayson, who plays Ruth Etting, was a successful opera singer and actress who also starred in many MGM musicals, but this was her last film for RKO Pictures.

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