The Matchmaker
In this early adaptation of Thornton Wilder's hit Broadway play, we meet matchmaker Dolly Levi (Shirley Booth), who is always good at arranging things primarily matrimonial and has now set her sights on the domestic affairs of one Mr. Vandergelder (Paul Ford), a cold-hearted local store owner. The difference this time, however, is that she plans to be the one to marry him! As Dolly plots and schemes her way into Vandergelder's heart, she brings Anthony Perkins, Shirley MacLaine and Robert Morse along for the ride and gives them a taste of cupid's arrow. Remade years later as the musical 'Hello Dolly!'
Year: 1958
Genre: Classic Comedy, Alice's Playhouse, Classic & Nostalgia, Classic Cinema
Country: USA
Director: Joseph Anthony
Starring: Shirley Booth, Anthony Perkins, Shirley MacLaine, Paul Ford
Duration: 97 Minutes
Rating: G
7/10
Location in store: Classic Comedy
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