Calamity Jane tells the story of the titular character's (Doris Day) romance with Wild Bill Hickok (Howard Keel).
Calamity Jane may not have much historical basis, but it's a fun, good-natured, entertaining film. Doris Day is great as Calamity Jane, giving a broad performance that fits the character. Howard Keel is good as Hickok, and Allyn McLerie is good as well.
The score is surprisingly good; there's songs like the Oscar-winning "Secret Love", and my personal favorite, "Windy City".
First time viewing. 3.5/5
Calamity Jane may not have much historical basis, but it's a fun, good-natured, entertaining film. Doris Day is great as Calamity Jane, giving a broad performance that fits the character. Howard Keel is good as Hickok, and Allyn McLerie is good as well.
The score is surprisingly good; there's songs like the Oscar-winning "Secret Love", and my personal favorite, "Windy City".
First time viewing. 3.5/5