Review of Lucky Me

Lucky Me (1954)
6/10
Middling Musical
9 March 2021
This musical comedy stars Doris Day as a superstitious chanteuse who is part of a troupe performing a variety act. Due to financial difficulties, they become stranded in Miami, where they cross paths with a successful writer of Broadway shows, played by Robert Cummings. He sees it as an opportunity for romance; they see it as an opportunity for work.

The other members of the act are Phil Silvers, Nancy Walker and Eddie Foy, Jr. They are a talented foursome, but only Day and Silvers are really given a chance to shine.

The beginning of the film is the best, primarily due to its focus on Day---and the songs she sings. But, overall the featured songs are not memorable.

Unfortunately, there is no chemistry between Day and Cummings. His vocals are dubbed, so one wonders why he was cast in this role.

The film also suffers from some contrived moments and a lackluster fantasy song sequence that adds little. There are much better vehicles for Day. And Silvers.
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