For Me And My Gal (Snap case)

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"Say, he looks like an actor," says the platform conductor. And with that introduction, Gene Kelly steps off the train and into his film career. After starring on Broadway in Pal Joey, Kelly made his film debut in For Me and My Gal opposite Judy Garland, with the pair playing vaudeville performers who team up to find success and, of course, romance. But just when things are looking up, World War I intervenes, and Kelly has to take drastic measures to keep a promise and avoid the war, at least temporarily.

Bad move, Gene. Filmed in 1942, For Me and My Gal vigorously supports the war effort, including teaching Kelly the error of his ways. The old-time setting also allows for a basketful of nostalgic charmers, including "After You've Gone," "Oh You Beautiful Doll," and "Ballin' the Jack," and Kelly and Garland's crooning and tapping of the title tune is pure joy. --David Horiuchi

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Gene Kelly makes his film debut in this WW I musical playing a man who deliberately injures his hand to avoid being drafted into the army. He starts a vaudeville act with a young woman and they become determined to play The Palace.

Customer Reviews:

Garland has got "IT"!!!.......2007-06-16

Judy Garland is the complete package singer, dancer, actress & all around entertainer. Me & My Gal in a fine DVD transfer showcases the excitement that was Garland The plot is set during the World War I period, but the film has 1940's feel to it. Who cares its great. Gene Kelly shows definite future star potential in his debut film. When it comes to the "IT" factor Judy Garland has it in spades!

The Bells Are Ringing..........2007-05-22

Vaudeville! It's like a talent show with true variety and plenty of enthusiasm. That is what this film commemorates, a forgotten piece of Americana. Jo Hayden (Judy Garland) is a singer in a performing group with plenty of talent. She meets Harry Palmer (Gene Kelly), a selfish and egotistical performer. He tricks her into auditioning with him and the two decide to form a duo. Jo slowly falls in love with Harry, although he hardly notices. Suddenly, World War I breaks out and Jo's brother (Richard Quine) enlists. Harry is drafted, but he doesn't want to go because service will interfere with his chances at the big time. However, it turns out that although the military can break friends apart, it can also bring them together again.

This film utilizes newsreel footage flawlessly and the songs rejuvinate an era long gone. Garland's vocal power and Kelly's charisma make for a truly wonderful film. Aside from the title song, tunes like the By the Sea medley and After You've Gone are standout. With those songs and Busby Berkeley directing, it is no wonder the film was nominated for an Oscar for best scoring.

The movie poster cover reveals that Kelly was billed under George Murphy who plays Jo's former performing partner. His smile is catching, but his role is less important than Kelly's. Originally, however, Murphey was to play Harry Palmer.

Also included in this DVD are a few treats. Two short subjects including Every Sunday, the film Garland made as a test with Deanna Durbin, is here. The radio version can be heard as an audio-only with Garland and Kelly reprising their roles and Dick Powell in Murphy's.

A Slam Dunk.......2007-05-12

The "Ballin the Jack" number by itself is worth the price of purchase. Some reviewer here stated that Garland would not turn in a truly Oscar worthy performance until A Star is Born. That person did not see this film. Garland in For Me and My Gal turns in a performance that is better than the combined performances of every actress who has won best actress in the past ten years. As for the reviewers who decry the over the top patriotism in this film, I say get a life. When this movie came out, people didn't know how things were going to end. And a lot of them didn't survive to see it turn out so well. Thank goodness Judy and company were there to make life a little cherrier for them.

very good.......2007-01-10

One of the best musicals of Judy Garland and Jene Kelly,wonderful music,plus the performance of Martha Eggerth.

A great musical.......2006-11-05

For me and my Gal with Judy Garland as the leading lady is a fantastic movie and Gene Kelly's first movie was just a great start for his career. Judy shines with her amazing voice, grace and acting skills. Kelly is a marvelous dancer. We can appreciate Judy Garland's talent for dancing with Kelly but nobody can compare or even equal her talent as a gifted singer. This was Judy's first mature role as an adult an she did an excellent job. Judy Garland will carry the title of one of the greatest stars of all times for generations to come. Sensational movie. I give it two big thumbs up!

The Judy Garland Signature Collection (A Star is Born / The Wizard of Oz / The Harvey Girls / Love Finds Andy Hardy / In the Good Old Summertime / Ziegfeld Girl / For Me and My Gal)

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Judy fans will be delighted
This is a good view of her talent
"films of the little girl with a big voice ~ Judy Garland"

The Judy Garland Signature Collection (A Star is Born / The Wizard of Oz / The Harvey Girls / Love Finds Andy Hardy / In the Good Old Summertime / Ziegfeld Girl / For Me and My Gal)
Starring: Judy Garland
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
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ASIN: B0001Q4CZM
Release Date: 2004-04-06

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Judy! Judy! Judy! Judy Garland: The Signature Collection includes 7 of Judy's unforgettable performances including A Star is Born and The Wizard of Oz! The Collection also includes 4 new-to-DVD titles starring the legendary Judy Garland: Love Finds Andy Hardy, In the Good Old Summertime, Ziegfeld Girl, and For Me and My Gal. A great Mother's Day gift!

Customer Reviews:

Judy fans will be delighted.......2006-11-03

Some of Judy's finest works in great form. "A Star is Born" and "Wizard of Oz" would justify the price by themselves. The rest is great gravy.

This is a good view of her talent.......2004-06-29

Judy was a magnificent talent with personal problems that makes it amazing that she could produce such beutiful prductions. These movies are a very good cross section of her talent. The Andy Hardy series was a wonderful joining of two great talents that represent a part of her career that many have been the happiest. There are many others that could have been chosen, but whatever was put in would require taking something out. I think "The Wizard" was the one waste, since there are much better copies out, and another Judy and Mickey would have been more fun.
But at least these are great, and others can be bought.

"films of the little girl with a big voice ~ Judy Garland".......2004-06-03

Growing up in the midwest, all the entertainment came from the movies ~ "Judy Garland:The Signature Collection", featuring the golden age of musicals starring our favorite female lead at MGM Studio, Miss Judy Garland. Her voice and talent takes you into the world of make believe...are you ready...well here goes!

Let's start with "FOR ME AND MY GAL"(1942), featuring George Murphy and Gene Kelly (with commentary by Garland biographer John Fricke/vintage shorts/radio programs/audio outtakes/theatrical trailer) ~ "THE HARVEY GIRLS"(1945), featuring Ray Bolger, John Hodiak, Angela Lansbury and Preston Foster (commentary by director George Sidney/3 deleted musical numbers/music cue sessions/theatrical trailer) and "On The Atchison, Topeka, and the Santa Fe" remixed in stereo ~ "IN THE GOOD OLD SUMMERTIME"(1949), featuring Van Johnson, S.Z. "Cuddles" Sakall, Spring Byington, Buster Keaton and Nellie Burke (introduction by Garland biographer John Fricke/Vintage Fitzpatrick Traveltalks Shorts/theatrical trailers of this film, "The Shop Around The Corner and "You've Got Mail) ~ "LOVE FINDS ANDY HARDY"(1938), featuring Mickey Rooney, Lewis Stone, Cecilia Parker and Fay Holden (introduction by Garland biographer John Fricke with Ann Rutherford/Leo is on the air radio promo/Andy Hardy trailer gallery) ~ "A STAR IS BORN"(1954), featuring James Mason, Jack Carson, Charles Bickford and Tom Noonan (special features: documentary network telecast of Hollywood premiere and newsrell coverage of Post-Premiere Party/3 alternate filings of "The Man That Got Away"/deleted song "When My Sugar Walks Down The Street"/soundtrack remastered in Dolby Digital 5.1/theatrical trailers of the 1937, 1954 and 1976 film versions) ~ "THE WIZARD OF OZ"(1939), featuring Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger, Berlahr, Jack Haley and Margaret Hamilton (behind-the-scenes documentary/"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" & "The Making of a Movie Classic" hosted by Angela Lansbury/vintage movie & cartoon clips/theatrical trailers/outtake musical numbers/cast interviews and much, much more) ~ "ZIEGFELD GIRLS"(1941), featuring James Stewart, Hedy Lamarr, Lana Turner, Tony Martin, Jackie Cooper and Edward Everett Horton (introduction by Garland biographer John Fricke/vintage musical short/Our Gang short "Melodies Old and New"/2 outtakes the musical number "Too Beautiful To Last and a deleted "We Must Have Music Finale"/theatrical trailers of this film, "The Great Ziegfeld" and "Ziegfeld Follies") ~ all new digital transfer.

The clarity of picture and the re-mastered sound of each film is overwhelming ~ Garland is at her captivating best ~ each cue is an eye full with behind the scenes that every collector will cherish...gotta love it!

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Description

Gene Kelly makes his film debut in this WWI musical playing a man who deliberately injures his hand to avoid being drafted into the army. He starts a vaudeville act with a young woman and they become determined to play The Palace.

Customer Reviews:

Garland has got "IT"!!!.......2007-06-16

The Bells Are Ringing..........2007-05-22

A Slam Dunk.......2007-05-12

very good.......2007-01-10

One of the best musicals of Judy Garland and Jene Kelly,wonderful music,plus the performance of Martha Eggerth.

A great musical.......2006-11-05

The Leading Ladies Collection (Now Voyager / Mildred Pierce / For Me and My Gal / Father of the Bride / Dial M for Murder)

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Good Mixed Classic Set

The Leading Ladies Collection (Now Voyager / Mildred Pierce / For Me and My Gal / Father of the Bride / Dial M for Murder)
Starring: Bette Davis , Paul Henreid , Claude Rains , Gladys Cooper , and John Loder
Director: Irving Rapper , Michael Curtiz , and Busby Berkeley
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
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ASIN: B000GETTIY
Release Date: 2006-08-29

Customer Reviews:

Good Mixed Classic Set.......2007-03-22

In "Now Voyager" Bette Davis plays a great heartbreaking role in a tragic romance with Paul Henried. "Mildred Pierce" has Joan Crawford wonderfully playing an independent woman after her divorce. "For Me and My Gal" has Judy Garland well cast in a romantic musical. "Father of the Bride" with Spencer Tracy and Joan Bennett is excellent romantic comedy. "Dial M for Murder" is a suspenseful murder mystery with Ray Milland and Grace Kelly.

For Me And My Gal / In The Good Old Summertime (Two-Pack)

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For Me And My Gal / In The Good Old Summertime (Two-Pack)

For Me And My Gal / In The Good Old Summertime (Two-Pack)
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For Me And My Gal / In The Good Old Summertime (Two-Pack).......2007-04-11

Arrived in good condition.

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