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Three Little Words (1950)

"A wonderful musical!"

6.119501h 42mEN
MusicComedyRomance

Directed by Richard Thorpe

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 42m

Language

EN

Release

July 12, 1950

Director

Richard Thorpe

Official Trailer

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Overview

Song-and-dance man Bert Kalmar can't continue his stage career after an injury, so he has to earn his money as a lyricist. By chance, he meets composer Harry Ruby and their first song is a hit. Ruby gets Kalmar to marry his former partner Jessie Brown, and Kalmar and Jessie prevent Ruby from getting...

Cast

Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

Bert Kalmar

Red Skelton

Red Skelton

Harry Ruby

Vera-Ellen

Vera-Ellen

Jessie Brown Kalmar

Arlene Dahl

Arlene Dahl

Eileen Percy

Keenan Wynn

Keenan Wynn

Charlie Kope

Gale Robbins

Gale Robbins

Terry Lordel

Gloria DeHaven

Gloria DeHaven

Mrs. Carter DeHaven

Phil Regan

Phil Regan

Himself

Harry Shannon

Harry Shannon

Clanahan

Debbie Reynolds

Debbie Reynolds

Helen Kane

Paul Harvey

Paul Harvey

Al Masters

Carleton Carpenter

Carleton Carpenter

Dan Healy

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Three Little Words (1950), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Song-and-dance man Bert Kalmar can't continue his stage career after an injury, so he has to earn his money as a lyricist. By chance, he meets composer Harry Ruby and their first song is a hit. Ruby gets Kalmar to marry his former partner Jessie Brown, and Kalmar and Jessie prevent Ruby from getting married to the wrong girls. But due to the fact that Ruby has caused a backer's withdrawal for a Kalmar play, they end their professional relationship.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Three Little Words. 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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