Wednesday, March 14, 2012

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V74: Thoroughly Modern Millie

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Today's post is brief because I'm slammed with stuff-that-isn't-sewing-stuff (argh).  It's the opening credits from one of my favorite films ever, "Thoroughly Modern Millie," starring Julie Andrews.  I won't explain it; I'll just let you watch.  Enjoy!


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  1. CarolineMarch 14, 2012 at 3:39 PM

    I went through a phase in 5th grade where I must have watched that movie almost weekly! It's very likely that that is where my interest in the 20s grew from. I met Julie Andrews a few years ago at a book signing, such a nice lady.

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    1. Lauren RMarch 15, 2012 at 2:04 PM

      Oh lucky! I wish I could meet Julie Andrews! She is my absolute heroine <3 <3

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  2. BlameMyMusesMarch 14, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    Love this movie, and I *adore* the outfit she changes into. <3 I'd wear it in a heartbeat...such a fantastic era. ^__^

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  3. M'ladyMarch 15, 2012 at 4:03 AM

    One of my fave classic film title sequences. Love all the outfits...and the music.

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    1. Lauren RMarch 15, 2012 at 2:04 PM

      Great music!

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    2. M'ladyMarch 16, 2012 at 2:14 AM

      Re-watched the film last night...makes me want to make a 20's dress (even though I know it won't 'flatter me'). lol

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  4. AnonymousMarch 15, 2012 at 5:12 AM

    I've never heard of it! I think I'd love it!

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    1. Lauren RMarch 15, 2012 at 2:05 PM

      WandaB, you will love it! I think it's available on Netflix, or at worst you can watch it in parts on YouTube. It's 60s campy, but such fun.

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  5. textilehistorIEMarch 15, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    I used to LOVE that movie! I have a really clear recollection of watching it so eagerly as a kid. Thanks for making me remember it!

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    1. Lauren RMarch 15, 2012 at 2:06 PM

      I saw it the first time as a kid, too, and I held on to the image of Carrol Channing in the bi-plane, drinking champagne, and shouting "Raspberries!". I want to live my life like Muzzy!

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  6. TriciaMarch 15, 2012 at 10:03 AM

    Classics! Love Julie Andrews and all the older moview with song and dance.
    If only they made more movies this way. Nine was a great reminder of how the old movies jumped from talking into a song and dance production.

    Thanks Lauren for taking us back :)

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    1. Lauren RMarch 15, 2012 at 2:07 PM

      They transitioned fluidly too, from dialogue to song. How about that "Tapioca" number, eh? :-) Gosh, love it so much!

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  7. TriciaMarch 15, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    Now I want to go out and buy the DVD and Sound Track. All the songs where great. When I saw Kate it took me back to the evenings we watched Laugh In.
    It is amazing how much they look like twins. Here are two links to compair.

    Kate Singing
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmCbbtkRYR8

    Goldie (her Mom)dancing on Laugh In
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1G9FFi6pSyk

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