I'll See You in My Dreams

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I'll See You in My Dreams
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1hr 49min
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1951
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Warner Home Video
Synopsis: The ultra-sentimental I'll See You in My Dreams is based on the life and work of composer Gus Kahn. The story is told from the point of view of Kahn' wife Grace, who was still alive when the film was made (Kahn died some ten years earlier). Danny Thomas stars as the prolific tunesmith, whose fortunes take an upswing in 1908 when he meets and falls in love with Grace LeBoy (Doris Day, who receives top billing, not to mention most of the best musical numbers). Kahn's career ascends to spectacular heights ... Full Synopsis
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I'll See You in My Dreams is arguably the best songwriter biopic Hollywood created during the heyday of this genre. Not that the film is necessarily any more faithful to the facts than most other such entries; it's just that as drama it is much more satisfying. Key to the film's success is its emphasis on creating characters rather than caricatures (or worse, figureheads). Gus and Grace Kahn may not ... Full Review
Featured Cast
Grace LeBoy Kahn
Gus Kahn
Walter Donaldson
Gloria Knight
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