Review of High Society (1956) by Shade C — 13 Oct 2008

All star cast. Entertainment at its best.

This review of High Society (1956) was written by Shade C on 13 Oct 2008.

High Society has generally received positive reviews.

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By Samuel G (158) on 12 Feb 2012

At its best while the snappy dialogue is flying in the first half, High Society ends up going downhill when the plot gets convoluted yet underdeveloped…

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By James A (583) on 13 Jun 2011

Philadelphia Story is so much better on every level…

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By Harald K (74) on 29 Oct 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 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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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 Ricardo O (219) on 28 May 2011

Certainly not as good as The Philadelphia Story, although its music is very witty (duh it's Cole Porter we're talking about here) and flexible…

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By Caio C (65) on 05 Sep 2012

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 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 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 Calvin C (583) on 04 May 2013

A musical remake of The Philadelphia Story…

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