Review of 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 beefsteaks. Some incredible physical comedy. Unflinching. What's more, we are presented with the beloved Ray Bolger, and a dance number that is hypnotic and filled with pure joy. From top to bottom everyone in this cast is giving their all.