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Those Blues
A Paramount musical short in which the Vincent Lopez Orchestra performs "St. Louis Blues."
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Plot Summary
When a struggling theater troupe inherits a plantation, they see it as a chance for a fresh start. However, they soon discover that the plantation is haunted by the ghost of a former opera singer. The troupe must find a way to appease the ghost and put on a successful show, all while dealing with romantic entanglements and comedic mishaps.
Critical Reception
Though not a critical darling of its era, 'Those Blues' was a modest success at the box office, largely due to the popularity of its comedic stars, Wheeler and Woolsey. Audiences generally appreciated the musical numbers and slapstick humor, while critics found the plot somewhat thin and predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for the comedic chemistry between Wheeler and Woolsey.
The musical numbers were often highlighted as a positive aspect.
Some critics found the storyline to be a bit formulaic.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Those Blues' is largely unavailable through modern aggregated platforms. However, contemporary accounts suggest audiences enjoyed the lighthearted comedy and musical elements typical of films from this period.
Fun Fact
The film features a relatively early use of Technicolor for some of its musical sequences, which was a novelty at the time and contributed to its visual appeal.
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