Pal Joey Movie Review 1957

Musical comedy about an opportunistic singer who courts a wealthy socialite in hopes that she will finance his nightclub. His play results in comedic complications. Stellar choreography, fine direction, and beautiful costumes complement performances headed by Hayworth and Sinatra. Oscar overlooked his pal Joey when awards were handed out. Songs include some of Rodgers and Hart's best. Based on John O'Hara's book and play.

Distribution

Sony Pictures Home Video, Sony Pictures Plz., 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232, Phone: (310)244-7306, Fax: (310)280-2485, URL: http://www.spe.sony.com, Remarks: Formerly Columbia Tristar Home Entertainment

Available on VHS, DVD
Running time 109 minutes.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Musical Comedy, Books to Film: John O'Hara

Screenplay

Dorothy Kingsley

Cast

Frank Sinatra, Rita Hayworth, Kim Novak, Barbara Nichols, Hank Henry, Elizabeth Patterson

Cinematography

Harold Lipstein

Director

George Sidney

Music

Richard Rodgers, Lorenz Hart

Other

Viola Lawrence, Jerome Thomas

Producer

Fred Kohlmar

Awards

Golden Globes 1958: Actor--Mus./Comedy (Sinatra).