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Lindsey D.'s ramblings on the moving image!

Tag: vincente minnelli

Favorite things about… Meet Me in St. Louis

The favorite film: Meet Me in St. Louis, a 1944 musical romance directed by Vincente Minnelli The synopsis: “In the year before the 1904 St Louis World’s Fair, the four Smith daughters learn lessons of life and love, even as they prepare for a reluctant move to New York.” – via IMDb The cast: Judy… Read More Favorite things about… Meet Me in St. Louis

March 29, 2014April 4, 2014 Lindsey6 Comments

Favorite things about… The Pirate

The favorite film: The Pirate, a 1948 Technicolor musical directed by Vincente Minnelli The synopsis: Manuela has just become engaged to one of the richest men in town, but begrudgingly so. Her heart belongs to a pirate named Mack the Black Macoco, who she has read about in adventure books. Accepting the fact that she… Read More Favorite things about… The Pirate

July 19, 2013 Lindsey7 Comments

Top 5: 1940s Musicals

Cabin in the Sky (Vincente Minnelli, 1943) Why: This film is just so captivating and full of energy. There’s always something going on — no dull moments, ever. Also, two words: Lena Horne! Two more words: Vincente Minnelli! Favorite character: Petunia, portrayed by the amazing Ethel Waters Favorite song: “Honey in the Honeycomb” Meet Me… Read More Top 5: 1940s Musicals

January 27, 2012October 19, 2012 Lindsey2 Comments

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