The Harvey Girls (1946)

Film Introduction
"The Harvey Girls" is a 1946 American musical film produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. The movie is directed by George Sidney and features a star-studded cast, consisting of Judy Garland, John Hodiak, and Ray Bolger. The movie's storyline is based upon Samuel Hopkins's novel of the very same name and enlightens the audience about the 'Harvey Girls,' waitresses operating in the Harvey House chain of restaurants set in the American west.

Property
The story starts with Susan Bradley (Judy Garland) travelling westward on a train. She's en path to marry a male she's been corresponding with but has actually never ever met. The same train is likewise carrying a group of young women referred to as 'Harvey Girls.' They are predestined to open a brand-new Harvey House dining establishment at Sandrock, a rowdy frontier town. When Susan shows up, she recognizes her intended, H.H. Hartsey-- a regional store owner-- used a photo of a good-looking buddy, Ned Trent (John Hodiak), in his letters.

Dispute and Resolution
Discovering herself sad and tricked, Susan chooses to sign up with the Harvey Girls. As they bring civilization and outstanding dining to the west, they enter conflict with an established local saloon, run by Trent. The contention centers around the beauty and morality of the Harvey Girls versus the unruly saloon performers, led by Em (Angela Lansbury).

Meanwhile, Susan falls for Trent, who is likewise irresistibly drawn in to her. However, their relationship is ruined by "a rousing fight" between the restaurant and the saloon, where Em, Trent's previous love interest, supplies the primary opposition. The movie climaxes with the saloon being set on fire. Still, Ned and Susan's love victories in the consequences of the fire, and they make a dedication to each other.

Noteworthy Musical Numbers
Being a musical, some of the motion picture's highlight scenes are immersing musical numbers. The movie's Oscar-winning tune "On the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe", carried out by Garland and the chorus of Harvey Girls, is a standout. Judy Garland's efficiency of ballads such as "It's a Great Big World" and "The Wild, Wild West" are equally memorable. Angela Lansbury's character (albeit called) delivers the spirited and lively "Oh, You Kid" in the saloon to entertain the cowboys.

Crucial Reception
"The Harvey Girls" was a huge success at package office regardless of its long production time and spending plan overruns. The film was applauded for its vibrant musical numbers, captivating efficiencies, especially by Garland and Lansbury, and the simple yet entertaining storyline. Critics particularly appreciated the depiction of the Harvey Girls as symbols of development and respectability in the untamed west.

Conclusion
In conclusion, "The Harvey Girls" is an amusing mix of funny, love, and music marked by fascinating efficiencies by its leading stars. This brilliant, energetic musical portrays an unique slice of American history while revolving around the transformative effect of independent, enterprising ladies in the Old West. Among the captivating classics in the world of musical movie theater, "The Harvey Girls" is valued for its ageless appeal.

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