Movie Description
Howdy Broadway
(1929)Overview
A story about wild youth is framed in this early musical from Poverty Row company Rayart that includes such songs as “I Want You to Know I Love You”, performed by Ellalee Ruby and Tommy Christian and his band; “Somebody’s Sweetheart — Not Mine,” “Gypsy Love,” and the title tune. Christian plays Tommy, who reluctantly agrees to lead his band at a dance in a speakeasy where Lulu (Lucy Ames) may catch the attention of a Broadway producer. The club, however, is raided by the police and Tommy not only loses girlfriend Betty (Ruby) but finds himself expelled from college. Taking his band to Broadway, Tommy lands a spot in a high-class revue and is soon joined by a repentant Betty. The youngsters sneak away to get married while Jack Clark performs a furious tap dance.
Featured Crew
- Director : Charles J. Hunt
- Writer : Charles J. Hunt
- Editor : J.S. Harrington
- Cast : Tommy Christian,Ellalee Ruby,Johnny Kane,Diana Mullen,Jack Clark,Daisy Dean,Art Barnett,Lucy Ames,Ted Kieth,Mona Soltis,James Parrish,Mart Britt
Cast
Orchestra Leader - Tommy Christian
Betty
Dancer
Art Barnett
Lulu
Banjo Player
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Facts
Original TitleHowdy Broadway
Status Released
Release Information
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1929-10-16
Original Language
Runtime 00h 48m
Production CompaniesRayart Pictures Corporation
Genres
- Comedy
- Music
