Sometimes you're in the mood for a classic. What you're not in the mood for is a classic movie to drag on. The pacing of movies like "How to Marry a Millionare" make us very aware of how fast and furious our society is today. Quick action cuts and car crashes with unbelievable Dolby digital surround sound is just what we've been babied on for the last century. Needless to say, back in the day, they sure knew how to make a star, though . Today Marilyn would still give any leading lady a run for her money. She's gorgeous in the film, funny in a ditzy blond way (imagine that) with the wardrobe and figure to match. Lauren Bacall is fabulous as well. The third woman? Don't recall. I don't think she added to the film at all.
Okay the story line is this. Three women in their mid 20's looking for rich gentlemen in New York, thus the title. They search for men with money but end up falling in love and going with their hearts and marrying? Well, you have to see it to find out. But bet you could guess. There's a plot twist at the end but the story line is very predictable. Old movies often are and the fun is seeing how they get to their inevitable ending.
Needless to say, "Gentleman Prefer Blonds" is just a better movie hands down. Dancing and singing numbers, costumes and of course, the famous "Diamonds are a girl's best friend" sung by Marilyn in her pink gown. Plus a cruise ship and swimmers and just eye candy fun.
If you want to watch women trying to marry millionares, just come to Manhattan.
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