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Blues in the Night (1941)

"2 GRAND BANDS! JIMMY LUNCEFORD'S and WILL OSBORNE'S! MUSIC GALORE!"

6.119411h 28mEN
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Directed by Anatole Litvak

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 28m

Language

EN

Release

November 15, 1941

Director

Anatole Litvak

Official Trailer

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Overview

A struggling band find themselves attached to a fugitive and drawn into a series of old feuds and love affairs, as they try to stay together and find musical success.

Cast

Priscilla Lane

Priscilla Lane

Ginger 'Character' Powell

Betty Field

Betty Field

Kay Grant

Richard Whorf

Richard Whorf

Jigger Pine

Lloyd Nolan

Lloyd Nolan

Del Davis

Jack Carson

Jack Carson

Leo Powell

Wallace Ford

Wallace Ford

Brad Ames (as Wally Ford)

Elia Kazan

Elia Kazan

Nickie Haroyen

Howard Da Silva

Howard Da Silva

Sam Paryas

Joyce Compton

Joyce Compton

Blonde

Faith Domergue

Faith Domergue

Jitterbug (uncredited)

Faye Emerson

Faye Emerson

Dr. Morse's Nurse (uncredited)

Frank Mayo

Frank Mayo

Gambler Watching Kay Throw Dice (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Blues in the Night (1941), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A struggling band find themselves attached to a fugitive and drawn into a series of old feuds and love affairs, as they try to stay together and find musical success.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Blues in the Night. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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