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Film of the Week

My choice for Film of the Week this week stars one of my favourite actresses/hair inspiration, Esther Williams. All of Esther William's films that have her in a pool are always amazing and I really enjoy her teamed up with Red Skelton.

Neptune's Daughter (1949)


This movie is about two sisters, played by Esther Williams and Betty Garret, who get caught in a case of mistaken identity when Red Skelton's character, Jack Sprat, tells Betty that he is captain of the South American polo team, Jose O'Rourke. He does this because he hits his head and when Betty comes in she asks him who he is and he incorrectly tells her he is Jose. 

Esther then meets the real Jose O'Rourke and believing that he is a ladies man with less-than-honorable intentions, tries to convince Jose to leave her sister alone. This Jose being the real Jose has never met Betty and pretends that he will leave her alone only if he gets to date Esther instead.

The story then unfolds in a number dance and swim sequences as well as some slapstick comedy from Red Skelton. It is a pretty good movie and I really enjoyed the songs that were included. I was able to rent this movie on iTunes. 

Stars 
Esther Williams, Betty Garret, Red Skelton and Ricardo Montalban. 



Fashion Bit
There were lots of gorgeous outfits on display in Neptune's Daughter, but I have to admit that I couldn't stop looking at Esther William's hair! Her hair was spectacular during the entire movie and it has definitely given me some inspiration for my own hair. 

Music Bit
I loved this.

Food Bit
There is a scene in the movie where Betty Garret's character prepares food for Jose making it extra spicy, believing that he will appreciate the food similiar to his own in South America. Of course when Jack Sprat/Jose O'Rourke tries the food he turns bright red and can't speak!


What to Watch Next
There are plenty of other Esther William's films that are similar to this one, such as Easy to Wed or Dangerous When Wet. 

See you soon!

Miss Rebecca Rockford 


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