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Actor: A & E Biography
Edition: VHS Tape
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, NTSC
Release Date: 2000-02-04
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Publisher: A & E Home Video
Studio: A & E Home Video

VHS Movie Reviews of Biography - Betty Grable: Behind the Pin-Up [VHS]

Movie Review: Superstars galore pay tribute to Grable, THE superstar!
Summary: 5 Stars

A loving, almost totally accurate biog on one of Hollywood's original superstars. Tributes galore from co-workers and friends, including Debbie Reynolds, Alice Faye, Jane Withers, Carol Burnett and tributes from fans and friends, including Hugh Heffner, Mike Levitt and Bob Isoz. However, I was disappointed that daughters Vicki or Jessica did not contribute to this glowing tribute.

Rare early shots of Betty (in films like "Happy Days, 1930) right up to her last screen appearance in 1955. Best moments are of Grable visiting vets hospitals during WW2, and having fun with servicemen at the Hollywood Canteen. Also rare footage of Grable between scenes, out-takes, and having fun at an army base with Rita Hayworth.Her romantic affairs are also well represented, including Jackie Coogan and George Raft.

Her career is extended to include her many tv shows and stage appearances, especially "Hello, Dolly!"

Most honest and moving moments are when Debbie Reynolds is onscreen talking about Betty's troubles in her marriage to Harry James. A gem of a biography.

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Summary of Biography - Betty Grable: Behind the Pin-Up [VHS]

She starred in over 100 films, and at one point was the highest-paid performer in Hollywood. But it seems she will always be better known for her legs!Her pin-up inspired millions of American GIs in World War II. The classic image of the beautiful long-legged woman appeared on everything from footlockers to airplanes. Yet she played as important a role in the history of Hollywood as she did in the war effort. In this definitive BIOGRAPHY, interviews with friends Alice Faye, Debbie Reynolds, and Carol Burnett illustrate the life and personality of Betty Grable. Spectacular film footage of the Technicolor queen shows why she was the number one box office star of the '40s. And never-before-seen outtakes of the star at work offer a view behind the pin-up.Join BIOGRAPHY for the complete story of Betty Grable whose legs helped win the war, and whose talent conquered Hollywood.

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