I am, admittedly, a Ginger Rogers and James Stewart fan, and though there seems good chemistry between them in this film, I found the film rather tedious and frustrating to watch. The story line is good but some elements drag on too long. I will say that this is the only film I've seen James Stewart in where I feel like he really needs a kick in the pants! His character is so much of a milquetoast as to be almost beyond belief, although he finally does assert himself much later in the picture.
Ginger is lovely and charming, and this is a good role for her. Beulah Bondi is a joy, and if you've never seen her dance, you're in for a surprise! I gave this film seven stars, mostly because of Ginger and Beulah, as they are truly the bright spots of this otherwise only-worthy-of-four-stars movie.
Ginger is lovely and charming, and this is a good role for her. Beulah Bondi is a joy, and if you've never seen her dance, you're in for a surprise! I gave this film seven stars, mostly because of Ginger and Beulah, as they are truly the bright spots of this otherwise only-worthy-of-four-stars movie.