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This is the third remake of Kern and Hammerstein's famous musical about life on a Mississippi showboat. Magnolia Hawks' (Kathryn Grayson) marriage to gambler-turned entertainer Gaylord Ravenal (Howard Keel) is in trouble. The couple live on the show boat run by Magnolia's father, Captain Andy Hawks (Joe E. Brown). Help for Magnolia is on hand in the form of Julie LaVerne (Ava Gardner), but there is trouble in store for both of them. Toe-tappin' numbers include 'Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man' and 'Bill'.
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
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Format:VHS Tape
This musical is a true joy. I would place it within the 30 best musicals ever made. Some pseudo casting directors, music experts, and nit-picking purists, may disagree. I saw it recently at home with an audience which included all age groups: from a 7 year old, through a 60 year old cousin. They all agreed that they would like to see it again, some other time. To my judgment, the casting is ideal: Kathryn, fits well into the innocent damsel, who is swept off her feet, falling in love with the dashing gambler (Howard Keel). Joe E. Brown is perfect (as he makes believe his domineering wife, that he is hen-pecked) as he does what he wants, saying" yes dear. The opening sequence where we are shown the riverboat, the pier, the musical-traveling troupe, the crew of the boat, the passengers, the loading of supplies, the light cargo. The different decks of the boat, with its frills. The costumes, of the 19th century attire, are charming, and alluring to both sexes. The innocent damsel does marry the galant gambler. Katryn Grayson is believable in the travails that ensue. Ava Garner does an excellent portrayal of the suffering half-caste, who is not accepted in a white society. Agnes Morehead, is the aggresive wife of captain Joe E. Brown, who in fact inside that hard armor, is tenderness in disguise. I would venture to say that any viewer with be with a happy heart as the final credits of the film roll on. (A note to the editors): I could only get Show Boat by listing Howard Keel, as the actor. I could not get your video on Show Boat by the title of the film.
46 of 50 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
This musical is a true joy. I would place it within the 30 best musicals ever made. Some pseudo casting directors, music experts, and nit-picking purists, may disagree. I saw it recently at home with an audience which included all age groups: from a 7 year old, through a 60 year old cousin. They all agreed that they would like to see it again, some other time. To my judgment, the casting is ideal: Kathryn, fits well into the innocent damsel, who is swept off her feet, falling in love with the dashing gambler (Howard Keel). Joe E. Brown is perfect (as he makes believe his domineering wife, that he is hen-pecked) as he does what he wants, saying" yes dear. The opening sequence where we are shown the riverboat, the pier, the musical-traveling troupe, the crew of the boat, the passengers, the loading of supplies, the light cargo. The different decks of the boat, with its frills. The costumes, of the 19th century attire, are charming, and alluring to both sexes. The innocent damsel does marry the galant gambler. Katryn Grayson is believable in the travails that ensue. Ava Garner does an excellent portrayal of the suffering half-caste, who is not accepted in a white society. Agnes Morehead, is the aggresive wife of captain Joe E. Brown, who in fact inside that hard armor, is tenderness in disguise. I would venture to say that any viewer with be with a happy heart as the final credits of the film roll on. (A note to the editors): I could only get Show Boat by listing Howard Keel, as the actor. I could not get your video on Show Boat by the title of the film.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By LBL
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was very annoyed for two reasons about this product. Reason No:1 is because I purchased this DVD in good faith, thinking my DVD would be compatible, after all there was nothing to stating on the site, to say this could only be used with an American DVD player. Reason No:2 I see that the DVD is now over £5 cheaper than when I purchased it just a few days ago. Not good!!!
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A great musical
The dvd was really great to listen to with wonderful tuneful and moving melodies. The sound track needed the volume boosting to be able to be heard clearly.
Published 2 months ago by Mr. P. G. Aindow
5.0 out of 5 stars
Musical.
I love this musical and purchased it to add to my collection, as it was not included in any of the box sets of musicals I have previously purchased.
Published 2 months ago by Yvonne Featherstone
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Wonderful musical.
This one of our favourite hollywood musicals and this video is superb.Definitely a film that will be loved for years to come.
Published 2 months ago by Clyde Perry
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Bought for mum for christmas
Mum was thrilled to bits with dvd and can't wait to watch it.she has quite a collection now she loves her musicals.
Published 3 months ago by adele hindle
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
Although this dvd is quite an old one, this musical is just lovely, the storyline is so good and the acting and singing are just brilliant
Published 3 months ago by Ryl
4.0 out of 5 stars
Vintage DVD
This film is difficult to find for rental and not widely seen. It is a classic American musical and shows its age in presentation but is a great reminder of the way things were a... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Malcolm Tait
5.0 out of 5 stars
Show Boat
That film it very rare to be seen on tv and it good old musical played by Howard Keel also zero in shops.
You don't see these films in 21st century. Read more
You don't see these films in 21st century. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Kevin J. Sansam
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Show Boat DVD
I am surprised that this request came as I have certainly reviewed it before. I have only watched the first 2 minutes which were excellent as I am saving it for a Christmas... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Edmund Schofield
5.0 out of 5 stars
Superb
Great quality, couldn't get hold of this anywhere, now its purchased, superb classic!!
Thoroughly enjoyable film, top recommendation!
Total bargain, great value!
Thoroughly enjoyable film, top recommendation!
Total bargain, great value!
Published 6 months ago by Coolnick
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my dad is 73 and loves all the old films was very upset when he came to watch the dvd and wont play in the uk should let customers know this could happen i wont be buying anymore... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Ericacaca
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