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The Glenn Miller Story [VHS] [1953]

VHS ~ James Stewart
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: James Stewart, June Allyson, Harry Morgan, Charles Drake, George Tobias
  • Directors: Anthony Mann
  • Writers: Oscar Brodney, Valentine Davies
  • Producers: Aaron Rosenberg
  • Format: Dolby, PAL, Surround Sound
  • Language English
  • Classification: U
  • Studio: Universal Pictures UK
  • VHS Release Date: 1 Jul 1999
  • Run Time: 108 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004R68L
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 213 in Video (See Bestsellers in Video)

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    #1 in  Video > Classic Films > Actors > Stewart, James
    #5 in  Video > Music & Performing Arts > Musicals
    #8 in  Video > Classic Films > Drama > 1950s

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Amazon.co.uk Review

James Stewart, at his warmest and most avuncular, plays the bandleader who rocketed to fame during the swing era. The Glenn Miller Story may be a whitewashed version of Miller's life but it certainly is a pleasant example of the feel-good Hollywood biopic, with the usual conventions: early struggles, loyal wife (June Allyson at her chirpiest), personal sacrifice--Miller joins the Army when war breaks out, although he doesn't have to--and ultimate tragedy. All the Glenn Miller classics filling the soundtrack make the film pretty easy to take, too: "Moonlight Serenade," "A String of Pearls," "Chattanooga Choo-Choo." Miller plays the great "In the Mood" with his military band during a World War II air-raid warning. Pure corn, but it works. Director Anthony Mann, better known for his superb series of hard-bitten fifties westerns with Stewart, keeps the story moving gently and gracefully. A hot jazz interlude features Louis Armstrong and Gene Krupa. --Robert Horton, Amazon.com


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The moving true story of Glenn Miller, the legendary bandleader and trombonist, who swiftly rose to the big time with offers from Hollywood only to lose his life when his plane disappeared en-route to Paris. All his hits are featured along with many guest performances.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars First rate entertainment, 18 Jun 2005
By Miland Joshi (Birmingham, UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Glenn Miller Story [DVD] [1954] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC] (DVD)
I first saw this film on TV 20 years ago and am very pleased that it has come out in a crisp DVD version. James Stewart gives a very watchable portrayal of the struggle and triumph of the famous American musician, while June Allyson gives a moving performance that shows that her star on the Walk of Fame is richly merited. The film contains some of Miller's most famous compositions like In the Mood - the climax of this in the film against the background of a German air raid is heartening as well as causing the audience within the film to cheer and applaud. A very enjoyable way to spend the afternoon (or later).
Highly recommended.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Golden and Good Oldie, 30 Jun 2000
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Excellent nostalgic film. It's plot is slightly creaky but James Stewart in his own special way saves the day. The music is robust and enjoyable and even has some of Miller's work as played before he created his "Sound". It also has amusing moments that show even a trombone playing band leader can be a star. This is a good sentimental tribute to a man who was taken too early.
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