by Sandra Brennan
synopsis
This off-beat but elaborate Warner Brother's musical contains scenes (one Busby Berkeley number in particular "Goin' to Heaven on a Mule," featuring Al Jolson in blackface and horrendous racial stereotypes) that may be offensive to many viewers. The tale is set within the beautiful Paris night club, the "Wonder Bar" and features many complex plots and subplots, most of which simply provide excuses for new musical numbers.
characteristics
- Nightclub
- Owner
- Bankrupt
- France
- Cabaret
- Dance-team
- Behind-the-scenes
- Suicidal
- Officer
- Finances
- Financial
- Suicide
- Unrequited Love
- Love Triangles
- Flirtation
