On May 2 1903 Bing Crosby was born; known for his beautiful singing voice, Crosby also had a number of memorable performances in films... so the theme for today are films with Bing Crosby-enjoy!
1 Going My Way (1944) Director Leo McCary
Academy Award winning film starring Crosby as Father Chuck O'Malley, and his life as a parish priest; won several Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for Crosby...
2 The Bells of St. Mary's (1945) Director Leo McCarey
Film about a priest (Bing Crosby) and a nun (Ingrid Bergman) who indulge in a friendly rivalry while working at a school for children; nominated for several Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor for Crosby and Best Actress for Bergman...
3 The Country Girl (1954) Director George Seaton
Movie about a director (William Holden) who hires a washed up alcoholic actor (Bing Crosby) while also starting a relationship with his wife (Grace Kelly) who he suspects contributed to her husbands downfall; Grace Kelly won an Oscar for her performance...
4 White Christmas (1954) Director Michael Curtiz
Christmas classic, about a song and dance team who become romantically involved with a sister act, and work to save a Vermont Inn; garnered an Academy Award Nomination for Best Song...
As I have seen only one film from the above list (The Bells of St. Mary's) I look forward to your feedback... enjoy!
Dianezy
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