I'm an absolute sucker for Fred and Ginger musicals. Top Hat is especially good, as it masterfully combines every element we love about their films: gorgeous sets and costumes, memorable songs (by Irving Berlin!), and some of the best dancing you've ever seen!
The plot (mistaken identity over and over) is kinda nonsensical, as are the plots of many musicals. But it's not about the plot. It's about the song and dance, and the great chemistry that Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers had (arguments about Ginger's famous feather dress notwithstanding). This film sparkles. And did I mention the supporting actors? Edward Everett Horton, Eric Blore, Helen Broderick and Erik Rhodes make this film truly memorable in their hilarious roles as the friends (and enemies!) that keep the chaos and the laughs going.
So pop the popcorn and let Fred and Ginger take you away!
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