Words and Music (1948)
Encomium to Larry Hart (1895-1943), seen through the fictive eyes of his song-writing partner, Richard Rodgers (1902-1979): from their first meeting, through lean years and their breakthrough, to their successes on Broadway, London, and Hollywood. We see the fruits of Hart and Rodgers' collaboration - elaborately staged numbers from their plays, characters' visits to night clubs, and impromptu performances at parties. We also see Larry's scattered approach to life, his failed love with Peggy McNeil, his unhappiness, and Richard's successful wooing of Dorothy Feiner.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Norman Taurog
Writing:
- Fred F. Finklehoffe
- Guy Bolton
- Jean Holloway
Stars:
Release Date: 1948-12-31
5.8/10
5.8/10
- Country: US
- Language: English
- Runtime: 121
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Gene Kelly
Producer (uncredited)
Hollywood Realtor (uncredited)
James Fernby Kelly
Dick Haymes
Dr. Rogers
Vera-Ellen
Dorothy Feiner
Mr. Feiner
Showgirl (uncredited)
Richard Rodgers
Lorenz Hart
Herbert Fields
Peggy Lorgan McNeil
Mrs. Hart
Joyce Harmon
Eddie Lorrison Anders
Margo Grant
Ben Feiner Jr.
Alisande La Carteloise
Judy Garland
Lena Horne
Mel Tormé
Shoe Clerk
Mrs. Rogers
Specialty Dancer (uncredited)
Italian Waiter (uncredited)
Minor Role (uncredited)
Singer in Garrick Gaeities
Cabbie (uncredited)
