Ice Capades Revue
Ice Capades Revue

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Ice Capades Revue

1942
Movie
79 min
English

Promoter Ann Porter decides to start her own Ice Show despite the efforts of ex-racketeer Duke Baldwin who owns a rival show. Jeff Stewart, a rich, suave young Broadwayite, falls in love with Ann and aids her in her fight against Baldwin.

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Director: Frank McDonaldGenres: Musical, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A struggling ice show owner tries to save his business from foreclosure by entering a talented young skater into a competition. He must overcome sabotage from a rival producer and his own romantic entanglements to ensure the show's success.

Critical Reception

The film was a modest success, primarily serving as a vehicle for its musical numbers and comedic performances. While not a critical darling, it was seen as light entertainment for its time, benefiting from the popularity of its stars and the spectacle of ice skating.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic musical performances and ice skating sequences.

  • Lucille Ball and Phil Silvers deliver charming comedic performances.

  • The plot is light and predictable, serving mainly as a framework for the musical numbers.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but it is generally remembered as a pleasant, if unremarkable, musical comedy with enjoyable skating.

Fun Fact

The film's production was part of a larger trend in Hollywood during the 1940s that capitalized on popular stage shows and revues to create cinematic entertainment.

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