The Harvey Girls

“I have been screening dozens of movies from the Golden Age of cinema, and most times I go into them almost completely cold without any expectations. Other than knowing that this starred Judy Garland and her Wizard of Oz costar Ray Bolger, I didn't really know much else about it, While I did have a passing knowledge of Harvey Houses thanks to my strong interest in history, the fusion of that story with a musical was intriguing. This musical could easily be placed in my top 10 in that category, and one of the most entertaining movies I've seen from the golden age. The Harvey Girls has an embarrassment of riches with respect to the cast. Some favorite moments? When Judy Garland, with a determined gait and two six shooters, goes across to the saloon to take back a storehouse of stolen beefstea” read more

The Metro Goldwyn Mayer Story (1945-1949) (143 movies items)

"Released on January 18, 1946"

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" Director: George Sidney His 6th movie My 6th movie watched from the director This is a harmless musical paints an overly romanticized version of the old west. Garland is likable as always and she is supported by an entertaining cast. Still, I didn't really care about the story and most of the songs are forgettable even if fun. Added to Lists: Top Ten Performances - Judy Garland Top Ten Performances - Cyd Charisse Heading Out West Songs More Famous Than Their Movie __________ Location:"

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" Director: George Sidney His 6th movie My 6th movie watched from the director This is a harmless musical paints an overly romanticized version of the old west. Garland is likable as always and she is supported by an entertaining cast. Still, I didn't really care about the story and most of the songs are forgettable even if fun. Added to Lists: Top Ten Performances - Judy Garland Top Ten Performances - Cyd Charisse Heading Out West Songs More Famous Than Their Movie __________ Location:"

The Harvey Girls

“Ah, these cornpone musicals are delightfully hokey and corny. I mean, here’s a big musical starring Judy Garland with a tagline about “how the fairer sex conquered the Old West!” Deep or memorable art this is not, but it’s a pleasant way to spend two hours.   The Harvey Girls offers up a story about a group of girls banding together to find a better life for themselves by working as waitresses in a corporate establishment. Ye olde gentrification zips into effect as the presence of the girls symbolizes an encroaching domesticity and respectability to the rock ‘em, sock ‘em Wild West.   If there’s anything that leaves a major distaste in your mouth, it’s the sense that The Harvey Girls views women in two forms: virgins and whores. That old complex is presented in the c” read more

Top Ten Performances - Cyd Charisse (13 movies items)

"as Deborah Andrews "