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Hollywood's handful of Technicolor cameras got a real workout on 20th Century-Fox's Down Argentine Way. Don Ameche stars as Ricardo Quintana, the charming son of a less charming Argentine horse breeder (Henry Stephenson). Betty Grable is vacationing American heiress Glenda Crawford, who "collects" horses as a hobby. Separated by a family feud, Ricard and Glenda must endure all sorts of setbacks and misunderstandings before crossing the romantic finish line. Filmed on location, Down Argentine Way served to introduce Brazilian bombshell Carmen Miranda, performing a variety of sizzling South American numbers with her own band. Also on hand are the Nicholas Brothers, whose show-stopping dance number has been spotlighted innumerable times in various "best of Hollywood musicals" compilations. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Starring:: Don Ameche, Betty Grable, (more)

Director(s):: William Witney, Irving Cummings, (more)

Format(s):: DVD
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	Kathleen W.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

Great to see one of the old favorites again. Loved the singing and dancing.

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	Craig M.

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Betty Grable and Don Ameche are as charming as one could possibly wish. The highlight for me is Charlotte Greenwood, a comedy genius as well as a formidable dancer. She gets to sing a solo which is truly a romp. The Nicholas brothers are worth the price of admission if you're a fan of red hot tap dancing. Downside: Really stupid, phony Mexican accent which is supposed to pass for an Argentinian accent. Just about kills the entire buzz. But you have to cut some slack for the year, 1940.

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