Broadway Melody of 1936 (1935)

In the heart-pounding, foot-tapping world of Broadway, young impresario Bob Gordon is feverishly piecing together his next masterpiece, "Broadway Rhythm". Yet, behind the glitz and glamour, he's locked in a desperate quest for financial backers to keep his dream alive. Fortune seemingly smiles upon him when wealthy Park Avenue widow, Lillian Brent, steps in to fund his grand endeavor but with one significant catch: she desires to claim the lead role for herself. Simultaneously, Irene Foster, Bob's high school sweetheart and shared dreamer of Broadway stardom, emerges from Albany's quietude, yearning to etch her name in Broadway's illustrious history. Bob, despite failing to recognize Irene at first, is reluctant to let her innocence be swallowed by the harsh reality of the Broadway racket. As they navigate the tumultuous waters of show business, they're thrust into the spotlight of Bert Keeler, a sharp-tongued columnist and radio personality, known for being Broadway's voice. Tasked by his boss to dig into the darker side of Broadway, Bert, aided by his assistant Snoop, uncovers the budding romance between Bob and Lillian, suspecting it to be a mere ploy for her wealth. Bert's damning revelations could jeopardize Lillian's continued funding and thus, the entire show. However, in this swirling vortex of ambition and deception, Bob's loyal secretary, Kitty Corbett, joins forces with Irene. Together they craft a complex game, hoping to use Bert's column to propel Irene from the chorus line to the coveted lead role. As the curtain rises on "Broadway Rhythm", the stakes are high, but will dreams be shattered or will the show go on in this enchanting tale of love, ambition, and the intoxicating allure of Broadway?

Broadway Melody of 1936 is a music movie featuring Jack Benny and directed by Roy Del Ruth.

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