Review of Show Boat (1951) by Michael D — 20 Apr 2010

Wonderful songs. A timeless story. What more could you want?

This review of Show Boat (1951) was written by Michael D on 20 Apr 2010.

Show Boat has generally received positive reviews.

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The last moment of this film where Julie (Ava Gardner) is a little weathered coming out of the shadow watching the Cotton Blossom depart is…

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By Jessica H (1,882) on 19 Jun 2013

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By Ellen F (50) on 14 Jan 2008

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By Lyn M (28) on 09 Feb 2008

Ava Gardner is a screen legend. Some wonderful songs and Old Man River.....makes me sigh…

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By Gabe S (334) on 31 Dec 2007

Blah. The lower end of the classic musical totem pole…

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By Alexander C (2,448) on 20 Aug 2012

A colourful and highly enjoyable musical. Ava Gardner is gorgeous is this…

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By Brian K (1,195) on 04 Jun 2008

This movie will most certainly make you emotional. Is that a good or bad thing? You be the judge…

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By Irene M (252) on 11 Apr 2012

Wonderful production. Ava Gardner is a revelation,…

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By Bethany B (109) on 18 May 2008

Overall, sort of an eh musical, with a few clever or moving scenes scattered throughout…

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