Blondie of the Follies is a 1932 American pre-Code comedy film directed by Edmund Goulding, starring Marion Davies in the title role. The film is about a naive but lovable girl who gets involved in the glamorous world of show business, only to find herself at a crossroads in her personal and professional life. It was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM).
Notably, Blondie of the Follies showcases the artifice and allure of Broadway, with dazzling costumes and musical numbers typical of the era. It also portrays some of the classic tropes of 1930s films, including the theme of personal sacrifice and the pitfalls of fame.
Despite not being one of the most famous films in the genre, it’s a charming example of early 1930s cinema and reflects the kind of roles that Marion Davies was known for during her career. The film is also a bit of a historical curiosity due to its place in the pre-Code era, when films were more permissive in their content and themes before the Hays Code started imposing more rigid censorship.
These vintage photo captured portraits of Marion Davies and Billie Dove during the filming of Blondie of the Follies in 1932.
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