I was pleasantly surprised by the film. The reviews were mixed; at least it was not as overwhelmingly positive as I feel it deserves. I think it might have a little to do with the fact that, for a musical, it did not have as many musical numbers.
I especially liked the three different points of view, told on the stand in flashbacks by two of the girls, Lady Sybil Wren and Angèle Ducros and Barry Nichols, the director of the show. It was a testament to the psychology behind our memories and a fun exposition on how broadly different the facts can seem when seen from a different point of view. The classic he said, she said. Gene Kelly was handsome as always and a lot of fun. Taina Elg, Mitzi Gaynor, and Kay Kendall all gave impressive performances. The costume design and sets were done beautifully, winning this film its only Academy Award. The dances and music numbers were both engaging and a pleasure to listen to; this comes as no shock Les Girls being the great Cole Porter's last film score.
Three girls, three tries at love. In the end, it is Gene Kelly's love story that wins my heart. His character is the type that tries to pretend he does not need a girl, but is an adorable romantic at heart.
I especially liked the three different points of view, told on the stand in flashbacks by two of the girls, Lady Sybil Wren and Angèle Ducros and Barry Nichols, the director of the show. It was a testament to the psychology behind our memories and a fun exposition on how broadly different the facts can seem when seen from a different point of view. The classic he said, she said. Gene Kelly was handsome as always and a lot of fun. Taina Elg, Mitzi Gaynor, and Kay Kendall all gave impressive performances. The costume design and sets were done beautifully, winning this film its only Academy Award. The dances and music numbers were both engaging and a pleasure to listen to; this comes as no shock Les Girls being the great Cole Porter's last film score.
Three girls, three tries at love. In the end, it is Gene Kelly's love story that wins my heart. His character is the type that tries to pretend he does not need a girl, but is an adorable romantic at heart.