Goin' to Town
Goin' To Town is a 1935 musical comedy film directed by Alexander Hall and written by Mae West. The film stars Mae West, Paul Cavanagh, Gilbert Emery, Marjorie Gateson, Tito Coral and Ivan Lebedeff. The film was released on April 25, 1935, by Paramount Pictures.[1][2] the film stars West as Lady Lou, a wealthy and flamboyant woman who travels to Texas to claim an inheritance and becomes embroiled in a series of comical misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.
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| Directed by | Alexander Hall |
| Screenplay by | Mae West |
| Story by | Marion Morgan George B. Dowell |
| Produced by | William LeBaron |
| Starring | Mae West Paul Cavanagh Gilbert Emery Marjorie Gateson Tito Coral Ivan Lebedeff |
| Cinematography | Karl Struss |
| Edited by | LeRoy Stone |
| Music by | Sammy Fain |
| Distributed by | Paramount Pictures |
Release date | April 25, 1935 |
Running time | 74 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
West was already a well-known actress, singer, and playwright when Goin' To Town was released, and her bold, controversial performances and bawdy, irreverent humor had made her a popular figure in Hollywood's pre-Code era. In Goin' To Town, she brings all of these qualities to the role of Lady Lou, delivering a memorable and entertaining performance that has helped to make the film a classic of its time.
The film was a box office success upon its release and received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its humor and West's performance. In the years since its release, Goin' To Town has continued to be remembered and enjoyed by audiences, and it remains a popular choice for fans of classic Hollywood cinema.
Despite the passage of time, Goin' To Town remains a fresh and entertaining film that is sure to delight audiences of all ages. Whether you're a fan of Mae West or just looking for a fun and lighthearted comedy.
Plot
Cast
- Mae West as Cleo Borden
- Paul Cavanagh as Edward Carrington
- Gilbert Emery as Winslow
- Marjorie Gateson as Mrs. Crane Brittony
- Tito Coral as Taho
- Ivan Lebedeff as Ivan Valadov
- Fred Kohler as Buck Gonzales
- Monroe Owsley as Fletcher Colton
- Grant Withers as Young Stud
- Luis Alberni as Sr. Vitola
- Lucio Villegas as Señor Ricardo Lopez
- Mona Rico as Dolores Lopez
- Wade Boteler as Ranch foreman
- Paul Harvey as Donovan
- Joe Frye as Laughing Eagle
- Vladimar Bykoff as Tenor
References
- "Goin' to Town (1935) - Overview". TCM.com. Retrieved 2015-07-21.
- Senwald, Andre (1935-05-11). "Movie Review - - The Paramount Presents Mae West in 'Goin' to Town' - 'Bride of Frankenstein,' at the Roxy". NYTimes.com. Retrieved 2015-07-21.
External links
- Goin' to Town at the American Film Institute Catalog
- Goin' to Town at IMDb
- Goin' to Town at the TCM Movie Database
- Goin' to Town at AllMovie