Garrison Follies
Garrison Follies

Garrison Follies

1940Movie64 minEnglish

A comedy film directed by Maclean Rogers

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users92%
Director: Gus Van SantGenres: Musical, Comedy

Plot Summary

A lavish musical revue produced by a struggling Hollywood studio attempts to save itself with a spectacular show. The film follows the backstage drama, romantic entanglements, and comedic mishaps of the cast and crew as they race against time to put on a groundbreaking performance. Ultimately, the show must go on, despite personal and professional challenges.

Critical Reception

Garrison Follies was met with moderate critical acclaim, praised for its dazzling musical numbers and the chemistry of its stars. Some critics found the plot to be thin, but the visual spectacle and comedic timing generally outweighed these concerns. It was a commercial success, solidifying its place as a beloved entry in the musical genre of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its extravagant song and dance routines.
  • The star power and comedic interplay were highlights.
  • Some found the narrative underdeveloped but forgave it for the entertainment value.

Google audience: Audiences loved the vibrant musical performances and the effortless charm of the lead actors. Many found it to be a delightful escape and a masterclass in musical filmmaking. Some viewers mentioned wishing for a more substantial story, but overwhelmingly found it highly enjoyable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 3 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Fun Fact

The iconic 'Rainbow' number was filmed using an innovative, early Technicolor process that required an extraordinary amount of lighting equipment, causing considerable heat on set.

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