Review of High Society (1956) by Betsie E — 04 Jul 2008

This is my second favorite movie of all time! I saw this movie before the Philadelphia Story so I am kind of afraid to watch that movie now.

This review of High Society (1956) was written by Betsie E on 04 Jul 2008.

High Society has generally received positive reviews.

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Only for the Cole Porter's music. and for the beauty of Grace Kelly (was she always that thin?). and for the voice of Frank Sinatra…

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We've got this DVD in a set with Singin' in The Rain: given the cast, the Cole Porter songs, and that accompaniment, I had high hopes…

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By John W (1,851) on 12 Dec 2014

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By Emanuel Levy (2,948) for EmanuelLevy.Com (2,771) on 05 Jun 2012

Scored by Cole Porter, this musical version of the famous play is an all-star, mildly entertaining film, featuring the iconic song True Love…

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By Jonny P (816) on 24 Aug 2014

High Society is an enjoyable film but it will always live in the shadow of The Philadelphia Story…

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By Indira S (412) on 17 Mar 2013

Yes, it's a remake of The Philadelphia Story but it shows how far Grace Kelly developed from High Noon…

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This is light, funny, entertaining with excellent cast and even better music. All you would hope for in a 50s jazz musical and more…

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By Sarah C (1,146) on 01 Apr 2012

It's often the case that when 'serious' films with 'proper' stories are turned into musicals, they lose whatever substance or intelligence…

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