Too Much Harmony

Too Much Harmony 1933 is a black and white American PreCode musical film directed by A. Edward Sutherland and released by Paramount Pictures.

The New York Times was guarded in its reaction. The film bears the title of Too Much Harmony and those who are partial to crooning will find plenty of it in this production...Even persons who delight in Mr. Crosbys peculiar ballads may be somewhat disappointed in his attempts to register admiration and affection, for, although he is one of the most popular singers in his line, his acting is often apt to make one uneasy. Varietys review was mixed Pretty weak on the story end, but theres enough incidental matter to carry this one through. Its a musical with accent on the music and the song and cast should bring it pleasant returns all over Between Bing Crosby and Jack Oakie, the literary deficiencies are modified. Crosby for the singing and Oakie for the comedy a strong combo. . . At least one of the several songs should make the bestseller grade in the competent hands of Crosby. His singing ability he always had, but Crosby now has also found himself in the trouping department. It makes him a cinch. The Los Angeles Evening Herald Express liked Crosbys singing, saying In this, as in other films, the Crosby voice records as if microphones were invented for it. Bing has definite personality besides, and he grows steadily more at ease in his acting.Crosby recorded the songs for Brunswick Records and Thanks and The Day You Came Along reached the charts of the day peaking at No.and No.respectively. ........

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