The Unsinkable Molly Brown

Starring:Debbie Reynolds, Harve Presnell, Ed Begley, Jack Kruschen, Hermione Baddeley, Vassili Lambrinos, Fred Essler, Harvey Lembeck, Lauren Gilbert, Kathryn Card, Hayden Rorke, Harry Holcombe, Amy Douglass, George Mitchell (II), Martita Hunt, Vaughn Taylor, Anthony Eustrel, Audrey Christie, Grover Dale, Brendan Dillon
Director: Charles Walters
Studio: Warner Home Video
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
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Not only was Molly Brown unsinkable, so is the musical based on her amazing life. Released in 1964, The Unsinkable Molly Brown gave Debbie Reynolds one of her most memorable roles and earned her an Academy Award nomination (she lost to Julie Andrews in Mary Poppins). Paired with Harve Presnell, fresh from the Broadway version, Reynolds and Presnell sparkle as Molly and Johnny Brown, well-meaning but gauche nouveau millionaires who take on stuffy Denver society (who are loathe to admit that they are nouveau riche as well). During their Molly-guided quest for "respectability," the pair learns that old adage--all the money in the world can't buy happiness or contentment.

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Not only was Molly Brown unsinkable, so is the musical based on her amazing life. Released in 1964, The Unsinkable Molly Brown gave Debbie Reynolds one of her most memorable roles and earned her an Academy Award nomination (she lost to Julie Andrews in Mary Poppins). Paired with Harve Presnell, fresh from the Broadway version, Reynolds and Presnell sparkle as Molly and Johnny Brown, well-meaning but gauche nouveau millionaires who take on stuffy Denver society (who are loathe to admit that they are nouveau riche as well). During their Molly-guided quest for "respectability," the pair learns that old adage--all the money in the world can't buy happiness or contentment.

From her beginnings as a foundling floating down the Colorado River to her fateful trip on the Titanic, Molly Brown aims upward, swearing "I Ain't Down Yet." Reynolds imbues her Molly with energy, determination, and poignancy. Molly feels every slight keenly and is convinced that more and bigger will make her place in society. Husband Johnny, who promised "I'll Never Say No," finds it harder and harder to keep his promise as he watches his wife's single-mindedness bury her effervescent personality. In the songs by Meredith Willson (The Music Man), Presnell's rich baritone soars on "Colorado, My Home" and begins a rousing "He's My Friend," while "Belly Up to the Bar, Boys" is a bawdy, catchy romp during which Reynolds shines--rollicking across the dance floor, she's a red-headed dynamo in a gauzy green dress. --Dana Van Nest

Customer Reviews:

Oldie but goodie.......2007-06-15

A fast moving musical with good music and lots of variety.

Good, But Not Great.......2007-06-13

First let me say that I am a great fan of Meredith Wilson's "The Music Man" so I know that he can write some good stuff. Unfortunately I found "Molly Brown" to be enjoyable but not terrific. Debbie Reynolds is, as always, sparkling and does a great job with what she's got. Harvey Presnell, in his first role, is also good. The story of Molly Brown is interesting. Unfortunately, with the exception of a couple of songs, the music does not support the story.

Unsinkable Molly Brown.......2007-03-29

The movie is an oldly but a goody. I enjoyed it.

Ill never say NO to Debbie!.......2007-01-17

Being Debbie Reynolds is the official mother of "Princess Leia", I found her attitude and style of AIN'T DOWN YET a mother lode of inspiration. Many times do I come back to this very movie to help move my life forward. Overdramatized slushy movies put me to sleep, and even depress me, but when Debbie jumps on the western bar and hops herself silly along with the locals, I am in there right with her. She had her ups, and she had her downs. This is the story of a person with ideals and not willing to compromise those goals for anyone's idea of what to be satisfied with in life. She wants it all, and even when she discovers that being rich, well educated, well liked, it means nothing without the very one person you love right beside you. The music was fine enough for me to purchase the soundtrack, and I have it right with my other collections of Rodger and Hammersteins films, CABARET, VICTOR/VICTORIA, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Leslie Caron's LILI, and along with my collection of Walt Disney music soundtracks. Not to mention THE WIZARD OF OZ and what not. Yes I have a great ear for music, and this musical does not fail to achieve a good music score. Like Mrs. McGraw finally said towards the end, "Molly. .you are quite a woman!"

This film is not sinkable.......2007-01-10

Debbie Reynolds and the whole cast seemed to have enjoyed making this film. One of the memorable musicals of an era passed. The music is appealling, the performances a joy to watch. There are a few scenes which are too long and a bit boring but as a whole we will watch it again and again for its sparcle, fun and innocence. Excellent escapism.

Musical Westerns 3-Pack (Annie Get Your Gun / Calamity Jane / The Unsinkable Molly Brown)

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Musical Westerns
My plans to review these films have been delayed
WESTERN MUSICALS

Musical Westerns 3-Pack (Annie Get Your Gun / Calamity Jane / The Unsinkable Molly Brown)
Starring: Betty Hutton , Howard Keel , Louis Calhern , J. Carrol Naish , and Edward Arnold
Director: Charles Walters , George Sidney (II) , and Busby Berkeley
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B000765I4A
Release Date: 2005-03-01

Customer Reviews:

Musical Westerns.......2007-01-05

fun pack for good musicals and great performances by Hutton, Day and Reynolds.

My plans to review these films have been delayed.......2006-12-21

When I ordered this set on August 20, I planned on reviewing these musicals in just a few weeks. Four months later, they haven't been shipped. The latest estimate for a shipping date indicates that I'll get them next year.

WESTERN MUSICALS.......2006-11-05

I would love to give you a review of these three movies that I ordered on July 7, 2006, but as of November 4th (today) I have not yet received them. I am really looking forward to getting these old movies - much better than most of the new movies now being made.

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Charlie Rose (August 12, 1998)

Manufacturer: Charlie Rose Inc.
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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