Mitzi Gaylor was pert, sexy, downhome in in her mid 20's when she starred in the 1958 version of South Pacific. She was a perfect choice for the role. The women casted in the 2001 version, in her mid 50's, would fit in better with the frumpy, herbal tea sipping, NPR listener crowd that a group of gigglely, nubile military nurses. I am sure there were a number of talented young actresses ideal for the part who were past over, and are angry that they were never given the chance to display their talents on a national network.
Review of South Pacific
