Good News
Director: Charles Walters
Actors: June Allyson, Peter Lawford, Patricia Marshall
PlotIn the vibrant world of Tait College during the Roaring Twenties, the story revolves around the campus's busy social life and romantic entanglements. Connie Lane, a studious and unassuming student working as a library assistant, feels overshadowed by the glamorous and popular campus crowd. The college is abuzz with excitement over the upcoming football season, with star player Tommy Marlowe at the center of attention. Marlowe is smitten with Pat McClellan, a self-centered and ambitious girl, who is more interested in securing her social status than in genuine romance. Tommy, eager to win Pat's favor, realizes he needs to improve his French grades to remain eligible for the team. He turns to Connie for tutoring, leading to an unexpected connection between the two.
As Connie and Tommy spend more time together, Connie's warmth and intelligence begin to draw Tommy's genuine admiration, contrasting sharply with his superficial attraction to Pat. Meanwhile, tensions rise as misunderstandings and romantic mishaps ensue, involving a colorful ensemble of other students and faculty members. The evolving dynamics on campus lead to a series of entertaining musical numbers and comedic situations. Just when everything seems headed towards a lighthearted climax at the big game and the much-anticipated school dance, deeper emotions and loyalties come into play, revealing true characters and intentions. Secrets are unveiled, and decisions must be faced as relationships transform amidst the exuberant backdrop of collegiate life in the jazz age.
Writers: Lew Brown, Laurence Schwab, Frank Mandel
Release Date: 26 Dec 1947
Runtime: 93 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English, French
Home Video Reviews
Charming musical with a lively cast, vibrant Technicolor, and solid Blu-ray transfer; recommended for fans of Golden Age Hollywood musicals.
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