"Thousands Cheer" is a light comedy musical that apparently was made as a morale booster right in the middle of World War II. Of course, anyone who ever served in the military would laugh at the relationship between the good-natured and gentle Col. Bill Jones, played very well by John Boles, and Pvt. Eddie Marsh, played by Gene Kelly. Such things as seen here just aren't real in the military. Nor should they be, I think most vets would agree.
But, as a morale booster, such an unbelievable situation works well in creating the venue for Marsh and the colonel's daughter, Kathryn, played by Kathryn Grayson to get together for some song and dance. She does the singing and he does a little dancing. The best is Kelly's dance routine with a floor mop. The plot is goofy and weak, and the stars are for the entertaining numbers.
Others in the cast contribute to some comedy and entertainment. Eleanor Powell has a good tap routine, and a number of Hollywood folks get cameos in this film. It's enjoyable and entertaining, but there's nothing dynamic about it.
But, as a morale booster, such an unbelievable situation works well in creating the venue for Marsh and the colonel's daughter, Kathryn, played by Kathryn Grayson to get together for some song and dance. She does the singing and he does a little dancing. The best is Kelly's dance routine with a floor mop. The plot is goofy and weak, and the stars are for the entertaining numbers.
Others in the cast contribute to some comedy and entertainment. Eleanor Powell has a good tap routine, and a number of Hollywood folks get cameos in this film. It's enjoyable and entertaining, but there's nothing dynamic about it.