'Three Broadway Girls', also known as 'The Greeks Had a Word for Them', is a 1932 pre-Code comedy directed by Lowell Sherman. Based on the play 'The Greeks Had a Word for It' by Zoe Akins, this film offers a witty and glamorous exploration of friendship, romance, and ambition in the lives of three showgirls.
The story follows Jean, Polaire, and Schatzi, three former showgirls who share a luxurious penthouse apartment. Each woman has her own approach to navigating relationships and securing financial stability, often leading to humorous and dramatic situations. With sharp dialogue and a sophisticated tone, the film delves into themes of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of happiness in a world of high society and intrigue.
Celebrated for its stylish production and engaging performances, 'The Greeks Had a Word for Them' is a delightful example of pre-Code Hollywood's bold and playful storytelling.
Credits:
Directed by: Lowell Sherman
Starring: Ina Claire, Joan Blondell, Madge Evans
Produced by: Samuel Goldwyn
Based on: 'The Greeks Had a Word for It' by Zoe Akins
#TheGreeksHadAWordForThem1932 #PreCodeComedy #LowellSherman #ZoeAkins #ClassicCinema
The story follows Jean, Polaire, and Schatzi, three former showgirls who share a luxurious penthouse apartment. Each woman has her own approach to navigating relationships and securing financial stability, often leading to humorous and dramatic situations. With sharp dialogue and a sophisticated tone, the film delves into themes of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of happiness in a world of high society and intrigue.
Celebrated for its stylish production and engaging performances, 'The Greeks Had a Word for Them' is a delightful example of pre-Code Hollywood's bold and playful storytelling.
Credits:
Directed by: Lowell Sherman
Starring: Ina Claire, Joan Blondell, Madge Evans
Produced by: Samuel Goldwyn
Based on: 'The Greeks Had a Word for It' by Zoe Akins
#TheGreeksHadAWordForThem1932 #PreCodeComedy #LowellSherman #ZoeAkins #ClassicCinema
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Short film