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West Point
Arrogant and wise-cracking Brice Wayne enrolls at the United States Military Academy at West Point and adjusts to life as a plebe. He tries out for the plebe football team, where he excels and shows up the varsity team. However, his ego is unrivaled, especially in competition with upperclassman Bob Sperry. At the same time, Brice meets a local girl named Betty Channing who cheers for him at football practices.
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Plot Summary
A young cadet at West Point, George K. Hamilton, is torn between his love for a beautiful young woman and his duty to the academy. He must navigate the strict rules and traditions of West Point while dealing with his complicated romantic life.
Critical Reception
As an early MGM musical, 'West Point' was generally well-received for its technical achievements and musical numbers, though its plot is considered somewhat conventional for the era. Jeanette MacDonald's performance was often highlighted.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its vibrant musical sequences and MacDonald's star power.
The romantic storyline, while pleasant, adhered to familiar tropes of the time.
Seen as a typical, albeit well-produced, example of the early Hollywood musical genre.
Google audience: Audience reception data from 1928 is not available in a comparable format to modern reviews. However, the film was a commercial success, indicative of positive audience sentiment during its initial release.
Fun Fact
This film was one of the first to feature Technicolor sequences, showcasing the burgeoning color film technology of the late 1920s.
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