Melvin, a photographer for "Look" magazine, meets Judy and wants to marry her. Her father is against that and as a last resort, Melvin promises to get Judy's photo on the cover of the next i... Read allMelvin, a photographer for "Look" magazine, meets Judy and wants to marry her. Her father is against that and as a last resort, Melvin promises to get Judy's photo on the cover of the next issue, a task easier said than done.Melvin, a photographer for "Look" magazine, meets Judy and wants to marry her. Her father is against that and as a last resort, Melvin promises to get Judy's photo on the cover of the next issue, a task easier said than done.
- Mrs. Bernstein
- (uncredited)
- Police Captain
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- Chorus Boy
- (uncredited)
- Minor Role
- (uncredited)
- Meek Man
- (uncredited)
- Look Magazine Board of Directors
- (uncredited)
- Fat Man on Bench
- (uncredited)
- Acrobatic Cheerleader
- (uncredited)
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Storyline
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- TriviaThe opening segment is Debbie Reynolds singing "A Lady Loves (to Love)" in a sophisticated setting. A second version in a rural setting was shot but cut from the film; it can be seen in That's Entertainment! III (1994).
- Quotes
Judy: They want me to marry Harry Flack!
Melvin: Judy, you can't! I-I love you, Judy!
Judy: Shh... Melvin...
Melvin: You're not gonna do it, are you?
Judy: Well, you see...
Melvin: Because if you do it, I'll be very frank about this, Judy. If you do it, I'll kill myself!
Judy: Melvin! Stop it!
Melvin: I mean it! Judy, you know how I feel! I'd do anything for you! I'd rob a bank, I'd take a rocket to the moon, anything! Just ask me!
Judy: Put me on the cover! My picture, on the cover of the magazine!
Melvin: Judy, I said I'd kill myself or take a rocket to the moon, but don't ask the impossible!
- Crazy creditsThe dream sequence during opening credits shows Debbie Reynolds in a dressing room. She breaks the fourth wall by looking at the camera and then writing the title with lipstick on a mirror.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Frank's Place: I.O.U. (1987)
It's also the kind of movie dream factory MGM specialized in, a chance for their younger performers to show their stuff. But catch oldster Jim Backus as O'Connor's boss. His array of comedic expressions are a real hoot. The music may be forgettable, but the dancing is infectious. Thanks to the kids' charm and sparkle, plus fast-moving direction, the movie's an unheralded little gem. Then too, if you like this musical, catch up with The Affairs of Dobie Gillis (1953). It's with Reynolds and Bobby Van, and is just as sparkling as this companion sleeper.
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- Feb 6, 2010
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- Budget
- $1,300,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 17 minutes
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37 : 1