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Du Barry Was a Lady (1943)

"THE BIG SHOW is BIGGER THAN EVER!"

6.419431h 41mEN
ComedyFantasyMusic

Directed by Roy Del Ruth

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

EN

Release

August 13, 1943

Director

Roy Del Ruth

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Overview

Hat check man Louis Blore is in love with nightclub star May Daly. May, however, is in love with a poor dancer but wants to marry for money. When Louis wins the Irish Sweepstakes, he asks May to marry him and she accepts even though she doesn't love him. Soon after, Louis has an accident and gets kn...

Cast

Red Skelton

Red Skelton

Louis Blore / King Louis XV

Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball

May Daly / Madame Du Barry

Gene Kelly

Gene Kelly

Alec Howe / Black Arrow

Virginia O'Brien

Virginia O'Brien

Ginny

Rags Ragland

Rags Ragland

Charlie / Dauphin

Zero Mostel

Zero Mostel

Rami, the Swami / Taliostra

Tommy Dorsey

Tommy Dorsey

Tommy Dorsey

Donald Meek

Donald Meek

Mr. Jones / Duc de Choiseul

Douglass Dumbrille

Douglass Dumbrille

Willie / Duc de Rigor

George Givot

George Givot

Cheezy / Count de Roquefort

Louise Beavers

Louise Beavers

Niagara

Richard Ainley

Richard Ainley

Marching Rebel Behind King Louis (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Du Barry Was a Lady (1943), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Hat check man Louis Blore is in love with nightclub star May Daly. May, however, is in love with a poor dancer but wants to marry for money. When Louis wins the Irish Sweepstakes, he asks May to marry him and she accepts even though she doesn't love him. Soon after, Louis has an accident and gets knocked on the head, where he dreams that he's King Louis XV pursuing the infamous Madame Du Barry.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Du Barry Was a Lady. 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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