Review of High Society (1956) by Ian H — 26 Feb 2009

A true classic featuring all time legends.

This review of High Society (1956) was written by Ian H on 26 Feb 2009.

High Society has generally received positive reviews.

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Fine remake of the surface of The Philadelphia Story, but with none of the fascinating under current of the original…

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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 Kate D (194) on 09 Jan 2011

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By Four Star F (259) on 29 Oct 2012

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By Michael D (2,363) on 05 Mar 2012

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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By David C (2,598) on 26 Dec 2013

A brilliant cast, superb score and sublime timing make this musical version of the wonderful Philadelphia Story one of the best Hollywood musicals…

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By Marina S (53) on 15 Apr 2011

Superb!! grace kelly, eterna diva <3…

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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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Philadelphia Story is so much better on every level…

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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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