Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

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Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

I am not a great lover of Musicals, but "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers' is a major exception - it is a joy from the opening scene to the very end, with great songs, and the highlight of magnificent dance sequences, with the "building" of the barn a real showstopper. As Adam, Howard Keel has his best ever role with songs like "Bless Your Beautiful Hide", and "Sobbin' Women" just great standouts. Jane Powell was excellent, and the supporting cast of the very talented group who played the brothers helped make it such wonderful entertainment. I particularly like Tommy Rall and Russ Tamblyn. The settings were great, and everyone seemed to be having a great time. I have seen this film at least 8 times, so if you get a chance to see it again on TV, do not miss it!

There's a part of me that worries about what modern, cynical audiences would think of Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, but then the other, saner part of me tells that first part to shut up and just enjoy this musical for what it is: ridiculous and innocent entertainment. With memorable songs, impressive choreography and bright colors, it's no wonder this film is beloved by so many. Bless this movie's beautiful hide!

Almost at the top of my favourite movies of all time. My second favourite musical after West Side Story. No I am not gay but I have watched this movie hundreds of times since I first saw it at the age of 7 (thanks Mavis for taking me). This was the film which made dancing acceptable as a male pursuit!! Macho routines choreographed by Michael Kidd. Should have won boatloads of Oscars for a groundbreaking musical. All the people who slate it for its outdated values should get a life and take it for what it is - a movie, not a political tract!! Howard Keel (RIP) will live forever through this fantastic showcase for his talents, as will the rest of the cast. I am about to buy the DVD so I can wallow whenever I like. Try it if you haven't seen it-you will not be sorry -if you have any taste!!

It could be the word defining many musicals of the same period. but, in this case, it is more than a nice film, good performances, seductive songs. first - it is...America of 1850. out of western recipe. second - it is a charming story about love. not the last - amazing choreography. it is one of films who must see. time by time. for humor, dances, fights and the simple but convincing deffinition of love. so, ...magic.

One of the best of all the1950s MGM musicals, this film is blessed with danceable original score by Gene DePaul and Johnny Mercer and the inspired choreography of Michael Kidd, which move the story along. Enjoying this move is a guilty pleasure for some people because its take on women makes it politically incorrect these days, even though it is set in Oregon in the mid 19th century. Personally, I always thought the take on men was much more insulting (essentially, they are swine without women). The dance numbers have never been outdone, and what makes them so splendid is the vigor and athleticism of the men and women dancers equally. Howard Keel and Jane Powell star, and they have the voices and vigor to carry the movie. Greater dance sequences have never been filmed. ---from Musicals on the Silver Screen, American Library Association, 2013

If you like musicals don't look beyond this one. MGM goofed when it slashed the movie's budget and gave it away to Brigadoon in 1953 but it doesn't matter for the simply stunning songs and choreography shine through. As good as Brigadoon was, it is outclassed by this, for me, the greatest musical of them all. Howard Keel stars with Jane Powell but for me I cannot look beyond the awesome dancing talent of Matt Mattox as Caleb. Check out the 'polecat scene' and bookmark it on your DVD. It doesn't get any better than this. Thank you Matt, you were great! Terry