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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Black & White, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: In Edwardian London, music-hall star Harriet Green (played by the multi-talented Jessie Matthews) performs to adoring audiences. Then, just as she is about to marry her aristocratic fiancé, her former lover appears, threatening to unleash a public scandal that could ruin her: she already has an illegitimate daughter by him. Harriet flees abroad, leaving her daughter, also called Harriet, in the care of her dresser. When, years later, the younger Harriet attends an audition for a musical - intent on pursuing her own stage career - a young publicity agent, Tommy, believes he has hit upon the perfect idea for a stage act, based upon Harriet's remarkable resemblance to her mother... Evergreen was a major success for Jessie Matthews, one of British cinema's best-loved stars. Also starring Matthews' husband Sonnie Hale and silent-screen star Betty Balfour (known as 'the British Mary Pickford'), this charming musical comedy - featuring music by Rogers and Hart and outstanding choreography by Buddy Bradley - was a hit on both sides of the Atlantic. ...Evergreen
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Although not the first British musical, Evergreen is acknowledged to be one of the landmark films made on this side of the Atlantic in the 1930s. Adapted from the Rodgers and Hart stage musical, two great new songs were composed for the film version - "When You've Got A Little Springtime In Your Heart" and "Over My Shoulder", which became the song most associated with Miss Matthews.
The word "star" is applied to anyone that can breathe these days, however Jessie Matthews was a true star. She commands each film scene she is in with her beauty, style and grace. Jessie had that extra something which made her a special performer and one whose charisma is as fresh as ever seventy-five years after this film was made.
The highlight is perhaps the "Dancing On The Ceiling" number staged in a classic art deco house, or is it the grand finale which is a fine production number rivalling the great early American film musical presentations. It is all fine entertainment.
Evergreen's release on DVD is long overdue. I would have liked some extras, apart from a photo gallery. A documentary on Jessie Matthews would have been an appropriate inclusion, but at least Jessie is now firmly preserved in the digital age in one of her greatest movies.
The word "star" is applied to anyone that can breathe these days, however Jessie Matthews was a true star. She commands each film scene she is in with her beauty, style and grace. Jessie had that extra something which made her a special performer and one whose charisma is as fresh as ever seventy-five years after this film was made.
The highlight is perhaps the "Dancing On The Ceiling" number staged in a classic art deco house, or is it the grand finale which is a fine production number rivalling the great early American film musical presentations. It is all fine entertainment.
Evergreen's release on DVD is long overdue. I would have liked some extras, apart from a photo gallery. A documentary on Jessie Matthews would have been an appropriate inclusion, but at least Jessie is now firmly preserved in the digital age in one of her greatest movies.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is the story of a Music Hall star Harriet Green (Jessie Matthews)who 'retires' at the height of her career rather than be involved in a dishonest deal with her ex-lover and father of her illegitimate child.
Through a 'stunt' devised by a publicist (played by Barry Mackay) Harriet's daughter pretends to be her mother returning to the stage many years later. Jessie of course played this role very successfully on stage years before the film was made. It is a real gem with lovely songs by Rodgers and Hart.
Jessie Matthews was at the height of her beauty at the end of her twenties and early thirties in my opinion. Jessie sings, acts and dances exceptionally supported by a good cast. This includes her talented husband Sonnie Hale who was never a great singer, but could dance, act and be very funny. Mackay who was her lead in other films is great too.
As with the recently released 'There Goes the Bride', I bought this because I only had a home made DVD. The picture quality and soundtrack is excellent with bonus pictures. Another one of my favourites. I hope Granada plan to issue all of Miss Matthews' films on DVD. Even though I have most in the collection - except 'Out of the Blue' and 'The Midshipmaid' - I would be happy to have them in 'official' releases like this. If you haven't discovered the lovely Jessie Matthews yet, here is your chance. Highly recommended.
Through a 'stunt' devised by a publicist (played by Barry Mackay) Harriet's daughter pretends to be her mother returning to the stage many years later. Jessie of course played this role very successfully on stage years before the film was made. It is a real gem with lovely songs by Rodgers and Hart.
Jessie Matthews was at the height of her beauty at the end of her twenties and early thirties in my opinion. Jessie sings, acts and dances exceptionally supported by a good cast. This includes her talented husband Sonnie Hale who was never a great singer, but could dance, act and be very funny. Mackay who was her lead in other films is great too.
As with the recently released 'There Goes the Bride', I bought this because I only had a home made DVD. The picture quality and soundtrack is excellent with bonus pictures. Another one of my favourites. I hope Granada plan to issue all of Miss Matthews' films on DVD. Even though I have most in the collection - except 'Out of the Blue' and 'The Midshipmaid' - I would be happy to have them in 'official' releases like this. If you haven't discovered the lovely Jessie Matthews yet, here is your chance. Highly recommended.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Hooray
At long last Jessie on DVD.
Evergreen lives up to its title it will stay in your memory allways as it has mine...
Lets hope the other Jessie Matthews musicals become available soon.
At long last Jessie on DVD.
Evergreen lives up to its title it will stay in your memory allways as it has mine...
Lets hope the other Jessie Matthews musicals become available soon.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Fab
The last time I watched this movie was on TV ages ago. Bought this DVD and watched it and loved it just as much now as I did back then. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Ms. Gillian D. Barr
Pure escapism
Total escape from reality leaving you feeling warm and cheery. Jessie Matthews performs brilliantly. The 'Dancing on the ceiling' scene is exquisite. The clothes are beautiful. Read more
Published on 15 Nov 2009 by G. Stephenson
Evergreen Jessie Matthews
Dated, mannered, stilted, but inspite of everything Jessie Mathews is magical throughout the unlikely plot and a must to watch for anyone with a fascination for this bygone age.
Published on 7 Nov 2009 by Donald I. Brookes
So nice to own (and at a nice price, too!)
How wonderful to finally have EVERGREEN on DVD. The film is justly a watershed moment not only for the British cinema - but also for the legions of Matthews' fans. Read more
Published on 21 Jun 2009 by caliboy
AT LAST!
This prestige Gaumont British film was released in April 1934 in Britain and December 1934 in the US. Read more
Published on 6 April 2009 by Olivier Comte
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