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Ladies of the Chorus

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Ladies of the Chorus
Directed byPhil Karlson
Screenplay byHarry Sauber
Joseph Carole
Story byHarry Sauber
Produced byHarry A. Romm
StarringAdele Jergens
Marilyn Monroe
Rand Brooks
CinematographyFrank Redman
Edited byRichard Fantl
Music byGeorge Duning
Production
company
Distributed byColumbia Pictures
Release date
  • February 10, 1949 (1949-02-10)
Running time
61 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Ladies of the Chorus is an American musical drama movie. It follows the story of Peggy Martin, a young chorus girl. She dreams of becoming a successful Broadway star. The movie alternates between the present day and flashbacks to Peggy's early years, when she was just starting out in show business.

In the flashback, Marilyn Monroe portrays Peggy Martin as a young woman struggling to make ends meet while pursuing her passion for singing and dancing. As she rises through the ranks of a chorus line, Peggy faces challenges and romantic entanglements that test her resolve and determination.

The movie explores themes of ambition, love, and the highs and lows of pursuing a career in entertainment. It showcases Monroe's early talent and charisma, offering glimpses of the star she would later become in Hollywood.

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Marilyn Monroe's breakthrough: "Ladies of the Chorus" is significant in Marilyn Monroe's career as it was one of her first leading roles in a feature movie. While still early in her career, Monroe's performance helped to showcase her screen presence and acting abilities.

Musical numbers: The movie features several musical performances, highlighting Monroe's singing and dancing talents.

Cultural impact

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Ladies of the Chorus is remembered for its role in Marilyn Monroe's ascent to stardom and for capturing the spirit of musical movies of the era. It provides a glimpse into Monroe's early career and showcases her charm and allure even in the early stages of her Hollywood journey.

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