Review of Footlight Parade (1933) by Joe M — 31 Jan 2018
What a gem! Saw it in the TCM's on demand line-up, started it and just was transfixed. Dated, but in a timeless way that goes back not just to the 1930's but to what it must have been like in vaudeville.
Cagney is in top form and terrifically supported by Blondell, Keeler and a all round great cast. Powell is ok, being not nearly as annoying as he usually is. Great music/dance numbers with pussy cats, a honeymoon hotel, a waterfall and - the topper - Shanghai Lil.
All of it wrapped up in snappy, risqué dialogue.
This review of Footlight Parade (1933) was written by Joe M on 31 Jan 2018.
Footlight Parade has generally received very positive reviews.
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