Review of The Band Wagon (1953) by Trent M — 23 Nov 2007
Stunning musical about fading star Fred Astaire making stage comeback with the help of friends Oscar Levant and Nanette Fabares. Jack Buchanon is fun as hammy stage actor who teams up with the group. Cyd Charisse joins in as haughty ballerina.
The songs are first rate. Fred's solos and girl hunt ballet are good but I prefer romantic Dancing in the Dark number. The other highlight is Fred cheering up the cast after the first night flops.
This was the film that introduced That's Entertainment. It is given a joyous presentation as Jack Buchanon explains what the job of show business is all about.The color is stunning, costumes great, set design was good.
This review of The Band Wagon (1953) was written by Trent M on 23 Nov 2007.
The Band Wagon has generally received very positive reviews.
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