Eadie Was a Lady
Eadie Was a Lady

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Eadie Was a Lady

1945
Movie
67 min
English

In this amiable Columbia B musical, society girl Ann Miller escapes her Back Bay family by performing in the chorus line in a burlesque house. But trouble starts when her boss (William Wright) decides to build her up as a star. One of the many bread-and-butter Columbia productions graced by the contributions of Cole’s in-house dance studio. Cole dances behind Miller in “I’m Gonna See My Baby.” --Museum of Modern Art

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Arthur DreifussGenres: Musical, Comedy

Plot Summary

Eadie Schmidt, a spirited young woman, works at a dime store and dreams of a better life. When she inherits a small fortune, she decides to pursue her ambitions, leading to a series of comedic misadventures. Her journey involves mistaken identities, romantic entanglements, and a quest for stardom.

Critical Reception

Eadie Was a Lady received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found its plot predictable and its humor to be rather thin. While Judy Canova's energetic performance was sometimes highlighted, the film as a whole was considered a fairly standard, low-budget musical comedy of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Judy Canova's performance is a highlight, offering energy and comedic timing.

  • The plot is formulaic and predictable, offering little in the way of surprise.

  • The musical numbers and humor are often considered uninspired and forgettable.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available suggest a mild enjoyment of its lighthearted, escapist nature, though many acknowledge its lack of depth and originality.

Fun Fact

Although Lana Turner is listed in the main cast, her role in 'Eadie Was a Lady' is a cameo appearance.

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