WHITE CHRISTMAS (Theatrical Release USA 1954)

 Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.2|5.0 Starsìììì 

White Christmas—Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera-Ellen—provides a low-key, peaceful musical that includes both singing and dancing. It’s a good Christmas piece for the entire family. Listen for the songs, Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep) and I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas.

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Storyline 

Military buddies put on an elaborate stage show at their commanding officer’s business—a mountain retreat lodge. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Michael Curtiz for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Robert Dolan for making the film possible. Characters/cast include: Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby), Phil Davis (Danny Kaye), Betty Haynes (Rosemary Clooney), Judy Haynes (Vera-Ellen), Major General Tom Waverly (Dean Jagger), Emma Allen (Mary Wickes), Ed Harrison (Johnny Grant), John (John Brascia), Susan Waverly (Anne Whitfield), Train Conductor (Percy Helton), Railroad Stationmaster (I. Stanford Jolley), Doris Lenz (Barrie Chase), Betty Haynes (George Chakiris), Landlord (Sig Ruman), General’s Guest (Grady Sutton), Novello (Herb Vigran), Bandleader (Leighton Noble), and Carousel Bandleader (Dick Stabile). 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. This simple movie provides a little romance, a little comedy, traditional music, good feelings, and a peaceful, traditional introduction to the holidays.

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