Argentine Nights
| Argentine Nights | |
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| Directed by | Albert S. Rogell |
| Starring | The Andrews Sisters The Ritz Brothers George Reeves |
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| Distributed by | Universal Pictures |
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Running time | 72 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Argentine Nights is a 1940 musical film directed by Albert S. Rogell and starring The Andrews Sisters. It was their first film.[1][2]
Plot[edit]
Three conmen go to Argentina to escape their creditors.
Cast[edit]
- Al Ritz
- Harry Ritz
- Jimmy Ritz
- Maxene Andrews
- Patty Andrews
- LaVerne Andrews
- Constance Moore
- George Reeves
- Peggy Moran
- Anne Nagel
- Kathryn Adams
- Ferike Boros
- Paul Porcasi
Production[edit]
The Ritz Brothers appeared in the film as part of a settlement with Universal following their non appearance in The Boys from Syracuse (1940).[3] The film was meant to start production in May 1940, but the casting of the brothers meant the script had to be rewritten and shooting pushed back until 10 June.[4] The songs 'Hit the Road' and 'Rhumboogie' were written by Hughie Prince. George Reeves also sings in the film, in the role of "El Tigre", a bandit chief.
References[edit]
- ^ The Andrews Sisters: A Biography and Career Record by H. Arlo Nimmo McFarland, 2004 p 109
- ^ Schallert, Edwin (Apr 25, 1940). "Betty Field Wins Lead in 'Duchess Rides High': Ameche, Faye Duo Again Jane Novak at Wanger's Lukas 'Escape' General Premiere Plans Told Spring Byington Signed". Los Angeles Times. p. 13.
- ^ Schallert, Edwin (May 15, 1940). "Andrews Sisters Will Appear With Ritzes". Los Angeles Times. p. 13.
- ^ DOUGLAS W. CHURCHILL (May 15, 1940). "SCREEN NEWS HERE AND IN HOLLYWOOD: Fox Signs John Barrymore to Play Himself in Film Called 'The Great Profile' 'HELL BELOW' OPENS TODAY Reissue Melodrama Will Be at Criterion--New Firm to Offer French Films Start "Second Chorus" July 1 Sisters Signed Last Week Of Local Origin Stromberg Is Assigned". New York Times. p. 35.
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