The Boy Friend
1971 · 2h 18m · Comedy, Music, Romance · United Kingdom · Rated PG (US)
A glittering super colossal heart warming toe-tapping continuously delightful musical extravaganza!
When the leading lady of a low-budget musical revue sprains her ankle, the assistant stage manager is forced to understudy and perform in her place.
Written & directed by
Ken Russell6.2Smart score
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1920sfantasy sequencemusicalstage managertheatre companywonder
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