MUSICAL COMEDY.
Gorgeous Spectacles in “ Dames.” Gorgeous spectacles and lavish ensembles, bright songs and delightful comedy situations, interwoven with a refreshing story, make “ Dames,” the current attraction at the Crystal Palace Theatre, entertainment of a particularly high standard. The chorus scenes are magnificently staged and the “ tunnel of living beauty ” number is a triumph of screen photography. Another scene which is remarkable for its spectacular lavishness is the “ tapestry of living girls ” number. The romantic interest in the story is provided by Dick Powell and Ruby Keeler, and Powell is particularly good as the energetic and ambitious playwright, Jimmy. Joan Blondell, as the attractive and somewhat unscrupulous Mabel, acts splendidly, and sings two of the songs in fascinating manner. The comedy is provided by Zasu Pitts, Guy Kibbee and Hugh Herbert. The film includes many delightful songs, the theme song, “ Dames,” sung by Dick Powell, being the best. The supports are good.
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Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20539, 14 February 1935, Page 3
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152MUSICAL COMEDY. Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20539, 14 February 1935, Page 3
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