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Slick lawyer Thomas Farrell has made a career of defending mobsters in trials. It's not until he meets a lovely showgirl at a mob party that he realizes that there's more to life than winning trials. Farrell tries to quit the racket, but mob boss Rico Angelo threatens to hurt the showgirl if Farrell leaves him.
A high-flying showgirl, Vicki (Cyd Charisse), finds herself entangled with a ruthless mobster, Rico (Lee Marvin), who controls her career and life. When she meets a principled lawyer, Fernando Varrone (Robert Taylor), her path takes a dangerous turn as she's drawn into a struggle for freedom and a chance at a normal life. The film navigates the complexities of her situation, highlighting the sacrifices and risks involved in breaking free from a life of crime and exploitation.
Party Girl is generally regarded as a stylish and entertaining film-noir, appreciated for its vibrant Technicolor cinematography, Charisse's dazzling dance numbers, and a solid performance from Robert Taylor. While some critics noted its conventional plot, the film's energy and performances often compensated for its narrative weaknesses, making it a memorable entry in the genre.
Praised for its visual flair and energetic musical sequences.
Robert Taylor and Cyd Charisse deliver compelling performances.
Acknowledged for its effective portrayal of the film-noir atmosphere.
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Cyd Charisse's iconic dance scene at the end of the film was choreographed by the legendary Roland DuPree.
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I know a girl a girl called Party, Party Girl. Crippled Lawyer Thomas Farrell (Robert Taylor) has made a career defending crooks in trials, so much so he's now the front line defender for the Chicago mob. But into his life comes dancer ...