Broadway Melody of 1936

A young dancer, Mary Breen, gets her big break when she's cast in a Broadway show. She falls for the show's songwriter, Robert Gordon, who is trying to get his musical produced. Meanwhile, Gordon's business partner, a Broadway producer, has designs on Mary, leading to a tangle of romantic and professional complications.

Broadway Melody of 1936 was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its energetic musical numbers and Eleanor Powell's star-making performance. It is often considered one of the better entries in the 'Broadway Melody' series, praised for its vibrant choreography and engaging plot.

• Praised for Eleanor Powell's exceptional dancing talent.

• Appreciated for its lively musical sequences and upbeat tone.

• Found to be a charming and entertaining musical despite a familiar plot.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the dazzling dance numbers, particularly those featuring Eleanor Powell, and the film's overall cheerful entertainment value. It's often remembered fondly as a classic example of a Golden Age Hollywood musical.

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song for 'I'm In the Mood for Love'.

This film was originally intended to be titled 'Broadway Melody of 1935' but was delayed and released in 1935 as 'Broadway Melody of 1936', marking a common practice for musicals to use future years in their titles.