IMDb plot summary: A New York bandleader journeys to Hollywood when he is offered a contract with a studio, but he is determined to do things his way and not theirs.
Directed by Victor Schertzinger. Starring James Cagney, Evelyn Daw, William Frawley, and Mona Barrie.
This is a delightfully silly little romantic comedy with a few moments that elevate it to something pretty special. In particular, I love the far-too-brief subplot of the Japanese manservant who puts on a stereotypical Japanese accent but in reality came to Hollywood to be an actor, only to find they had no interest in using him in anything. I want an entire movie about that guy! The movie itself is charming as well, with James Cagney playing a believably out-of-place Hollywood leading man. The romance is pleasant and sweet, the jokes mostly work, and the few musical numbers in the movie are enjoyable. A more self-aware comedy than I expected, and more enjoyable.
3.5 stars.
How it entered my Flickchart:
Something to Sing About > True Romance
Something to Sing About < American Outlaws
Something to Sing About > Three Colors: Red
Something to Sing About < The Call
Something to Sing About > Bill Cunningham New York
Something to Sing About > Batman
Something to Sing About < Summer Wars
Something to Sing About < Malcolm X
Something to Sing About > Monsters Vs. Aliens
Something to Sing About > Le Week-End
Something to Sing About < The Chorus
Final spot: #798 out of 2457.
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