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Bring on the Girls
Sitting in a theater box, Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy make comments between the acts of a vaudeville show.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy young woman falls for a handsome sailor. Her father disapproves and tries to keep them apart. Comedic hijinks ensue as she attempts to prove her love and win over her father's approval. The film features musical numbers and romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
Bring on the Girls was a moderately successful musical comedy of its time, praised for its lighthearted entertainment value and musical numbers. While not considered a groundbreaking film, it offered escapist fare for audiences during the late 1930s. Critical reception focused on its predictable plot but acknowledged its charm and star power.
What Reviewers Say
Charming and lighthearted entertainment.
Enjoyable musical numbers and romantic escapism.
A predictable but pleasant diversion.
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Fun Fact
Although Clara Bow was a major star of the silent era and early sound films, this was one of her later starring roles before largely retiring from major studio productions.
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