Naughty But Nice (1939)

Enshrined within the hallowed halls of Winfield College, Professor Hardwick stands as a steadfast pillar of traditional music, his heartstrings playing a symphony of disdain for the contemporary swing craze sweeping the nation. His brainchild, a beautifully composed rhapsody, is his ticket to New York City, the beating heart of the music industry, where he hopes to imprint his mark. Upon his arrival, he finds himself in the whirlwind embrace of his Aunt Martha, whose lifestyle is a stark contrast to his own, brimming with the very swing culture he loathes. A few spirited drinks later, Hardwick is caught in an uncharacteristic moment of abandon, dangling from a chandelier in a photograph that captures the wild side of the staid professor. In the city that never sleeps, he discovers his only chance of publishing his rhapsody lies in the hands of the dynamic duo, Eddie and the lyrically gifted Miss McKay. His composition, now adorned with Miss McKay's words, becomes an unexpected swing sensation, sending shockwaves through the music world. Hardwick and McKay turn into an unstoppable hit-making machine, churning out chart-toppers. However, their harmonious partnership hits a sour note when the glamorous Zelda steps in. Hungry for the spotlight and the chance to serenade the crowd with the hottest songs, Zelda seeks the support of Hudson, the Home of the Hits. She becomes the wedge that threatens to split the successful pairing of Hardwick and McKay, adding a dramatic twist to this musical tale.

Naughty But Nice is a comedy movie featuring Ann Sheridan and directed by Ray Enright.

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