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my favorite bit of this film is at the end, I care not how factual it is. I find a lump in my throat every single time I see it and I am usually blubbing like a baby by the end credits. It is a wonderful story of a very talented man and of a great time in musical history, the scenes with 'Satchmo' Louis Armstrong are another particular favorite as he usually steals the scene. The little girl actress put s in a fine and mature performance as 'Red' Nicols's daughter. But as usual Danny Kaye is nothing short of majestic he is perfectly at home miming to Lorne 'Red' Nicols cornet playing. The story is beautiful as is the acting. Don't forget to pack your Kleenex when you watch it though. Excellent family entertainment twenty out of ten......

This is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best films ever. It is a gentle comedy that makes me laugh and cry and sometimes both at the same time. It is a film that never insults the viewers intelligence and the story is just so perfect. There is not another actor that could possibly remake this role, James Stewart is just so perfect his relaxed and pleasant demeanor never over emphasized. Just the perfect oldie, they truly do not make them like this anymore!!!!!!!!!