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I absolutely adored THE PHILADELPHIA STORY, with Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and Jimmy Stewart, and didn't even know that there was a remake until I saw HIGH SOCIETY and learned what inspired it. Though, this film's plot is based on themes and conflicts depicted in the original, this version has a beautiful score by Cole Porter with songs like "True Love," and a great cast starring Grace Kelly in the role of Tracy Lord (originally played by Katharine Hepburn) and Bing Crosby in the role of C.K. Dexter-Haven (originallly played by Cary Grant). Lord is engaged to be married and her ex-husband, Dexter-Haven still has some unfinished business with her. What's more, a wily journalist (Frank Sinatra in the Jimmy Stewart role) and his assistant (Celeste Holm) are determined to get a story on Lord, a high profile socialite. The pending marriage results in uproar for all parties involved, with beautiful music interspersed between scenes.
The strong point of this film really is in its music. It adds so much to the plot, and, though, HIGH SOCIETY isn't quite as entertaining (in my opinion) as THE PHILADELPHIA STORY, it is definitely a lot of fun to watch. Grace Kelly looks beautiful, Frank Sinatra takes on Cole Porter's score with gusto and Bing Crosby is charming.
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High Society does not even compare to the superb direction of The Philadelphia Story. Although I am a huge fan of both Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra, the acting in this film was lacking. No disrespect to Grace Kelly, but she doesn't hold a flame to Katharine Hepburn. Kelly's portrayal of Tracy Lord was horrific at best. Not only was the acting inferior, but also the musical numbers were shockingly dull, the best parts were the rhythmic stylings of Louis Armstrong. I recommend that if you watch this film try not to compare it with The Philadelphia Story, because it will only disappoint you.
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High Society is a splendid reinvention of The Philadelphia Story--as a musical. The numbers wow you with their star studded quality: we get Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby and Grace Kelly all singing beautifully against stunning backdrops. The movie has a quick pace that keeps your interest; and the lines are thought out well. The convincing acting enhances the film even more.
As the action begins, Tracy Lord (Grace Kelly) is just about to marry for a second time to George Kittredge (John Lund). Her first husband, Dexter Haven (Bing Crosby) who never truly stopped loving Tracy, lives rather conveniently next door--and he is determined to stop the marriage so that he himself can remarry Tracy and finally find true happiness with her. Dexter even hires Louis Armstrong (playing himself) and a jazz band to help him woo Tracy back!
Naturally, things become even more complicated when a tabloid blackmails Tracy's family into covering Tracy's wedding to George. Two tabloid reporters show up; and Frank Sinatra and Celeste Holm do a marvelous job of being a reporter and a photographer.
Initially, Tracy behaves in a manner that would make Katherine Hepburn proud: Tracy is strong and demanding of people; and she has nerves of steel. Gradually, however, as Tracy gets reacquainted with Dexter and comes to know the photographer (Frank Sinatra) and her fiancé George, Tracy may have to face some choices she didn't plan on having to make.
The convincing acting carries the film well; but the film runs at its best when the musical numbers deliver! Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby do an excellent dialogue/duet of "Well, Did You Evah," and Bing sings "True Love" without a superfluous note. The movie also boasts a great number by Louis and his band as they perform "High Society Calypso" on their way to Dexter's home at the very beginning of the movie. These Cole Porter numbers glisten like gold! Great!
The color is exceptionally clear and crisp; and the choreography shines in crowded scenes like the dance scene at the party the night before Tracy and George are to be married.
The DVD boasts a few extras; some are better than others. There's a cartoon entitled "Millionaire Droopy" that I could do without; but the black and white newsreel footage of the premiere of High Society at The Pantages Theater thrills me even if it's only a bit more than a minute long. You also get radio ads (audio only, obviously) and Celeste Holm hosts a 15 or 20 minute retrospective of Cole Porter's influence on the movie High Society and how the movie was made.
High Society remains an excellent musical that never lets you down throughout its 111 minutes. The plots moves along at a brisk pace and you are kept guessing who Tracy will choose to marry almost until the end of the movie. The musical numbers couldn't be better, either.
I highly recommend this film for fans of classic musicals from MGM's dream factory; and people who enjoy romantic stories with a bit of comedy on the side will cherish this one for years to come!
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I loved this film. The acting was better than many of the musicals I have, and it has some of the greatest singers of all time. The weakest acting was by Grace Kelly. I have several of her films and felt she was utilized for her extreme beauty and grace more than her acting ability. I think she made a better princess. However, musically you don't get better than Bing Crosby or Frank Sinatra, and the great Satchmo, Louis Armstrong...Wow! The story was based on a previous 1930's movie, "The Philadelphia Story" only it was moved geographically to Newport, RI. I feel this was a good choice, but then I lived in the Newport area for 20 years and there was a little nostalgia in it for me. I have seen this movie many times over, and I will see it over again. It's one you won't tire of. If they could have worked in some Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire dances, it could have been even better.
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This is one of my wife's favorite movies and our VHS tape had faded. This DVD replaced it with clearer video, excellent sound, non-fade media and many extras. A very good value.
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