General Overview"Everybody Sing", a film produced by Louis B. Mayer and directed by Edwin L. Marin in 1938, is a black and white musical comedy timeless made up of an ensemble cast. The movie boasts significant stars such as Allan Jones, Fanny Brice, Judy Garland, Billie Burke, and Reginald Owen. It revolves around the life of a chaotic theatre household and the conflicts initiated by their varying aspirations. A signature MGM production, "Everybody Sing" is beloved for its humor, music, and representation of varied artistic aspirations.
Plot SummaryIn "Everybody Sing", the St. Claire household, an eccentric theatre team, is depicted. The household has greatly contrasting life options with Judy Garland playing a high spirited teenager, Fanny Brice as the dramatic mom, and Reginald Owen as the mildly indifferent and eccentric daddy who is immersed in one cooking experiment after another. Allan Jones, a non-family member, is the ever-patient love interest of the gorgeous eldest daughter.
Judy Garland, known in the film as Judy Bellaire, gets expelled from a boarding school for performing her initial Jazz music versus the school's norm of playing classical symphonies. Upon her return house, it's clear her parents are preoccupied with their own exploits leaving Judy to her devices. To support her love for jazz, Judy develops a plan to perform in her father's having a hard time theatre show that exclusively includes operettas.
Main CharactersIn her remarkably maiden motion picture, Judy Garland masterfully portrays the function of Judy Bellaire, an effervescent teenager with an extensive love for jazz who is at odds with her household and academic community. Fanny Brice, as Olga St. Claire, stands out for her delightful comedic efficiency and her character embodies the significant, yet caring mother figure. Allan Jones plays the function of Ricky Saboni, a skilled and captivating vocalist deeply in love with the family's eldest daughter, Sylvia (played by Lynne Carver), who disappoints him by succumbing to a phony Russian prince.
Music and Comedy"Everybody Sing" is characterized by its unified mix of music and comedy. Judy Garland's singing expertise is displayed perfectly, particularly with her performance of "Swing, Mr. Mendelssohn", which completely encapsulates her character's enthusiasm for jazz. Allan Jones also mesmerizes viewers with his tenor voice, especially throughout his rendition of "The One I Love". Fanny Brice's comedic timing is another emphasize, with her notable performance as a Russian house maid, more enriching the film's appeal.
Conclusion Garnering regard for its music, funny, and attention to character development, "Everybody Sing" inspires audiences about the power of enthusiasm and perseverance. It highlights the St. Claire family's strategic efforts in navigating their specific goals, resulting in a heart-warming and interesting plot. Toward the end, Judy concludes her program with a high effect performance, conserving her daddy's theatre and proving her skill and love for jazz. The movie concludes on a positive high, dealing with all conflicts and providing viewers with an amusing spectacle of love, household, music, and comedy.
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