Review of High Society (1956) by Valerie M — 20 Oct 2008

First real classic to positively integrate the cast...plus some amazing jazz!

This review of High Society (1956) was written by Valerie M on 20 Oct 2008.

High Society has generally received positive reviews.

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In 1940, Hollywood made a movie called The Philadelphia Story that was a romantic comedy and became a huge success…

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By Hannah D (723) on 27 Feb 2012

I've heard the party song in this soo many times I was so excited to hear/see it in it's original context…

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By Abel D (318) on 06 Aug 2014

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By David F (1,889) 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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By Matt H (2,287) on 14 Dec 2013

Well, it's identical to The Philadelphia Story only with different players and musical numbers. So I knew how it would go/end/etc. Not bad though…

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By Shajie K (217) on 04 Mar 2012

Film 4 - 2012 Fun movie! Could tell how it would end at the beginning. Slow at times but very jolly! Love the dresses! ^_^…

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By Joe A (721) on 18 Dec 2017

Wonderful cast and great Cole Porter songs. I love this movie. I also love Philadelphia Story, which this movie is based on…

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By Vicky V (91) on 28 Nov 2010

A nice light-heated musical, with nice singing performances by both Sinatra and Crosby. Grace Kelly looks as beautiful as ever…

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By Keenan S (659) on 08 Sep 2013

Bing Crosby + Frank Sinatra together is a treat, and Grace Kelly gives an entertaining flamboyant performance…

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By Chris M (3,023) on 12 May 2014

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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