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Dance, Girl, Dance (1940)

"Heartbreak Behind Gayety of a Girly-Girl Show!"

6.319401h 30mEN
DramaComedyRomance

Directed by Dorothy Arzner

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

EN

Release

August 30, 1940

Director

Dorothy Arzner

Overview

Judy O'Brien is an aspiring ballerina in a dance troupe. Also in the company is Bubbles, a brash mantrap who leaves the struggling troupe for a career in burlesque. When the company disbands, Bubbles gives Judy a thankless job as her stooge. The two eventually clash when both fall for the same man.

Cast

Maureen O'Hara

Maureen O'Hara

Judy O'Brien

Louis Hayward

Louis Hayward

Jimmy Harris

Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball

Bubbles

Virginia Field

Virginia Field

Elinor Harris

Ralph Bellamy

Ralph Bellamy

Steve Adams

Maria Ouspenskaya

Maria Ouspenskaya

Madame Basilova

Mary Carlisle

Mary Carlisle

Sally

Katharine Alexander

Katharine Alexander

Miss Olmstead

Edward Brophy

Edward Brophy

Dwarfie

Walter Abel

Walter Abel

Judge

Harold Huber

Harold Huber

Hoboken Gent

Ernest Truex

Ernest Truex

Bailey #1

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Dance, Girl, Dance (1940), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Judy O'Brien is an aspiring ballerina in a dance troupe. Also in the company is Bubbles, a brash mantrap who leaves the struggling troupe for a career in burlesque. When the company disbands, Bubbles gives Judy a thankless job as her stooge. The two eventually clash when both fall for the same man.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Dance, Girl, Dance. 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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