Released in 1947, is a Technicolor musical fantasy starring Rita Hayworth as the Greek muse Terpsichore. Directed by Alexander Hall, the film serves as a "quasi-sequel" to the 1941 hit Here Comes Mr. Jordan . Plot Summary
Enraged by a Broadway production titled Swinging the Muses that portrays the Greek goddesses as "man-crazy" jazz dancers, descends to Earth to intervene. Adopting the mortal name "Kitty Pendleton," she secures the lead role in the musical produced by Danny Miller (Larry Parks). Down to Earth (1947)
She successfully lobbies to transform the show into a "serious" and high-art ballet, but the resulting production is a commercial flop. Ultimately, she realizes the show must return to its original vibrant, vulgar style to succeed. Along the way, she falls in love with Danny, even though she is destined to return to the afterlife. Down to Earth (1947) - Media Magpies Released in 1947, is a Technicolor musical fantasy
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Released in 1947, is a Technicolor musical fantasy starring Rita Hayworth as the Greek muse Terpsichore. Directed by Alexander Hall, the film serves as a "quasi-sequel" to the 1941 hit Here Comes Mr. Jordan . Plot Summary
Enraged by a Broadway production titled Swinging the Muses that portrays the Greek goddesses as "man-crazy" jazz dancers, descends to Earth to intervene. Adopting the mortal name "Kitty Pendleton," she secures the lead role in the musical produced by Danny Miller (Larry Parks).
She successfully lobbies to transform the show into a "serious" and high-art ballet, but the resulting production is a commercial flop. Ultimately, she realizes the show must return to its original vibrant, vulgar style to succeed. Along the way, she falls in love with Danny, even though she is destined to return to the afterlife. Down to Earth (1947) - Media Magpies
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