Collegiate
Collegiate

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Collegiate

1936
Movie
80 min
English

A Broadway playboy inherits an almost bankrupt girls' school and tries to save it by a big show.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Ralph MurphyGenres: Comedy, Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

A shy, studious young man named Robert "Bobby" Grant is reluctant to join his college's fraternity system. However, his best friend and a determined sorority sister plot to get him involved in campus life, especially when the annual 'Big Game' competition approaches. With a mix of musical numbers and comedic mishaps, Bobby finds himself navigating the social scene, ultimately discovering his own courage and place within the collegiate world.

Critical Reception

Collegiate was a modest musical comedy primarily aimed at showcasing its young talent, particularly Ann Miller and Joe Penner. While not a critical darling, it was generally seen as a lighthearted and entertaining diversion typical of its era, with its musical numbers being a highlight for audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic musical sequences, especially those featuring Ann Miller's dancing.

  • Joe Penner's comedic performance was a draw for fans of his radio persona.

  • Considered a pleasant, if somewhat formulaic, campus musical of the 1930s.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but it is generally regarded as a nostalgic piece of early musical filmmaking with charming performances.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

This film was one of Ann Miller's earliest starring roles, helping to establish her as a notable dancer in Hollywood.

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