The Belle of New York

A frothy, feather-light Technicolor confection where romance literally lifts characters off their feet, carried by effortless dancing and gentle comedy.

Directed by

Charles Walters

Genres

Music, Romance, Comedy

Starring

Fred Astaire, Vera-Ellen, Marjorie Main

Tagline

M.G.M's Gay TECHNICOLOR Musical!

Overview

In squeaky-clean New York at the turn of the century, playboy Charlie Hill falls so much in love that he can walk on air. The object of his affections is beautiful Angela Bonfils, a mission house worker in the Bowery. He promises to reform his dissolute life, even trying to do an honest day's work.

How it feels

Light, whimsical, romantic and campy. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Love, redemption, class, identity

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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