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Movin' with Nancy
Billed as the "full-hour musical spectacular that won Nancy Sinatra the coveted Hollywood Star of Tomorrow award," this 1967 NBC-TV special, sponsored by Royal Crown Cola, is hosted by Nancy and features Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., Lee Hazlewood and Frank Sinatra (billed as 'A Very Close Relative'). Brother Frank, Jr. makes a cameo appearance (and doesn't sing a note). Conspicuously absent from the program is Nancy's biggest hit: "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'".
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Plot Summary
This television special showcases Nancy Sinatra's musical talents and evolving public persona. It features a mix of musical performances, often with guest stars, and candid, on-location segments filmed in Hollywood and Las Vegas. The special aimed to present Sinatra as a modern, independent, and stylish figure of the late 1960s.
Critical Reception
While primarily a showcase for Nancy Sinatra, 'Movin' with Nancy' was generally well-received as a stylish and entertaining television event. It successfully highlighted her musical numbers and projected a contemporary image, contributing to her status as a pop culture icon of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its stylish production and Nancy Sinatra's charismatic performance.
Noted for its blend of musical numbers and candid, on-location segments.
Seen as a successful vehicle for reinforcing Sinatra's pop culture image.
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Fun Fact
The special famously features Nancy Sinatra riding a motorcycle through the streets of Hollywood, a visual that underscored her image as a modern and somewhat rebellious figure.
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