Review of Lady Be Good (1941) by Jay N — 23 Sep 2013

Charming, fluffy musical with good music and sprightly performances. That Eleanor Powell sure could dance.

This review of Lady Be Good (1941) was written by Jay N on 23 Sep 2013.

Lady Be Good has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Russell G (1,053) on 26 May 2008

Some dang good dancing in this one, despite the kinda crap plot. Sadly it's a bit song heavy when it should be tap dancing heavy…

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By Melissa H (548) on 30 Jun 2008

Not good, but not bad. The piece in which Eleanor dances with the dog was great…

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By Amanda M (712) on 24 Dec 2008

Worth it for the dancing. But, kind of long winded plot wise…

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By Michael T (3,420) on 15 May 2015

Snappy MGM musical uses the title song from the famous Gershwin Broadway musical and little else except Fascinating Rhythm, which becomes a…

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By Laura G (369) on 12 Oct 2004

This film is better than many people say. The dancing alone is reason enough to own it…

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