April 15, 1970

Yolanda And The Thief (1945) *****



 
This is the most beautiful and sublime musical fantasy ever made. A flop when first released, this haunting, surrealistic fairy-tale features the most imaginative art direction and color cinematography in the history of Hollywood musicals. Directed by Vincente Minnelli, it stars Fred Astaire and Lucille Bremer. Great musical numbers:

"This Is A Day For Love" **
"Angel" **
"Dream Ballet" ***
"Yolanda" **
"Coffee Time" ***