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Call Me Mister
A G.I. in occupied Japan tries to re-woo his old love, who's putting on a show for the troops.
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Plot Summary
A former showgirl, recently discharged from the USO, finds herself working as a dancer in a San Francisco nightclub. She gets entangled with a tough Marine captain who is initially unimpressed by her performances. As they clash, an unexpected romance begins to blossom amidst the vibrant post-war entertainment scene.
Critical Reception
Call Me Mister was a moderate success, blending classic MGM musical elements with a post-war setting. While not as critically acclaimed as some of its contemporaries, it was praised for its energetic performances and musical numbers, though some found the plot somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic song-and-dance numbers.
Betty Grable and Dan Dailey deliver lively performances.
The plot is light and often predictable, serving mainly as a vehicle for the musical numbers.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this film on Google is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the Broadway musical of the same name, which was a major hit in the late 1940s.
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