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Beau James (1956)

Director: Melville Shavelson

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From Time Out Film Guide

Lightly likeable but awkward attempt by Hope to sustain a more dramatic role than usual in a romanticised biopic of Jimmy Walker, the not altogether honest mayor of New York during the roaring '20s. Good period atmosphere and a few charming guest appearances from Jimmy Durante, Jack Benny and others, but it's all very slight.

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Director: Melville Shavelson

Producer: Jack Rose

Cast: Bob Hope, Vera Miles, Paul Douglas, Alexis Smith, Darren McGavin, Jimmy Durante, Jack Benny, Walter Winchell full cast

Duration: 106 mins


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