Review of I Could Go on Singing (1963) by Shane L — 24 Jan 2015
Though it has eternally been disregarded by critics and audiences alike as the usual schmaltz of a waning performer, this film actually hits tender moment after tender moment throughout. Garland is not exactly in her best voice here, but her energy and wit live on as always.
Though the story is typical of any drama you'd find at Hollywood Video for half-off in days of yore and burnt microwave popcorn, the tone of it all is distinctly autobiographical of Judy at a time in her life when any cheer from an audience could be the last hoorah.
The acting is very pure and raw, and the writing isn't actually half-bad. All in all, though it is typical half-budget schmaltz of the 1960s, if anyone can pull it off (along with pulling our heartstrings), it's Judy.
This review of I Could Go on Singing (1963) was written by Shane L on 24 Jan 2015.
I Could Go on Singing has generally received positive reviews.
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