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Belle of the Yukon
enlarge	Director: William A. Seiter Actors: Randolph Scott, Gypsy Rose Lee, Dinah Shore, Bob Burns, Charles Winninger Studio: MGM (Video & DVD) Category: DVD List Price: ~~$14.98~~ Buy New: $6.60 You Save: $8.38 (56%) New (20) Used (7) Collectible (1) from $6.56 Avg. Customer Rating: 5 reviews Sales Rank: 66360 Format: Color, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Subtitled, Ntsc Languages: English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), English (Original Language) Rating: NR (Not Rated) Number Of Items: 1 Running Time: 84 Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2 Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 MPN: D12778D ISBN: 1404999566 UPC: 027616127785 EAN: 9781404999565 ASIN: B000BITUZM Theatrical Release Date: December 27, 1944 Release Date: December 6, 2005 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Condition: ****BRAND NEW** Over 1.5 million orders shipped worldwide and more than 500 000 items in stock, BUY FROM A TRUSTED SOURCE, ESTABLISHED SINCE 1998 - INETVIDEO ~~~

Editorial Reviews: Description Set in the days of the Great Alaskan Gold Rush, this dazzling musical stars Randolph Scott as Honest John Calhoun, a 'reformed con artist-turned-dance hall owner on the lam from the law in the upper reaches of the Yukon. Calhoun's former flame, Belle (Gypsy Rose Lee), sails in as part of a new show troupe and quickly falls for her ex-boyfriend's newfound honorasserting her intentions to keep Calhoun an honest man. But on her toes is a band of Calhoun's colorful old cohorts, and they ve got one thing on their conspiring minds GOLD. Can Calhoun remain an upstanding businessman as he endeavors to be the small town's banker, or will the old thief pull his greatest number yet on its unsuspecting citizens? Oscar(r) nominated for best original score this rousing western musical takes you on a hilarious ride through the backcountry of greed, deceit, and double-crossing for a fun-filled finale that is sure to catch you by surprise.

Customer Reviews: A Likable Musical-Comedy October 25, 2008 1 out of 1 found this review helpful Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: From the Secret Files of Harry Pennypacker Cheyenne Warrior: The Original Screenplay with Author Commentary Shadow Watcher Nobody Drowns in Mineral Lake Contrary to what it says on the package, this 1944 musical-comedy is in Technicolor, and the restored color is absolutely gorgeous. The film is further enhanced by the presence of both Dinah Shore, who sings several pleasant tunes from the Oscar-nominated score, and the delightful antics of character actor Charles Winninger, best remembered as the original "Captain Andy" from SHOW BOAT. Set during the Alaskan Gold Rush, the movie stars Randolph Scott as a con-man, wanted in Seattle, who now owns a saloon in the Yukon and is ostensibly planning to "go straight". Early in the story, he's joined by his ex-girl friend (Gypsy Rose Lee), a saloon entertainer, who is determined to see that he stays honest. However, what Gypsy doesn't know is that Scott has an underhanded plan to run off with virtually all the gold dust in the town...unless his conscience gets the better of him. William A. Seiter has directed a likable little movie, filled with many funny moments, several of which are are supplied by co-stars Bob Burns and Guinn "Big Boy" Williams. Robert Armstrong is also in the cast. Michael B. Druxman, author of ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD cute musical December 6, 2007 1 out of 1 found this review helpful Even the charming presence of Dinah Shore and Gypsy Rose Lee can't completely save this strange musical, which plays like a poor man's "Calamity Jane" mixed with "The Harvey Girls". BELLE OF THE YUKON, set during the bustling days of the Canadian goldrush, stars Randolph Scott as "Honest John" Calhoun, a con-artist on the run from the authorities who decides to establish a bank and then abscond with the profits. Legendary striptease star Gypsy Rose Lee is Belle De Valle, Calhoun's former love who makes a splash as the town's new music hall star. A subplot features the comical misadventures of saloon manager Pop Candless (Charles Winninger) and his efforts to stop daughter Lettie (Dinah Shore) from marrying a man he believes to be a bigamist. Filled with songs by Jimmy Van Heusen and Johnny Burke (including "Like Someone in Love" and "A Sleighride in July"), and filmed in blazing Technicolor, BELLE OF THE YUKON will be a welcome treat for musical fans; the early performance of Dinah Shore (costumed and wigged to resemble Judy Garland from "The Harvey Girls") is a real highlight, and seeing Gypsy Rose Lee is great too. (Single-sided, single-layer disc). Rare Gypsy Rose Lee outing December 30, 2004 Not too many people know that Gypsy Rose Lee, who virtually invented modern striptease, also essayed a career as an actress; "Belle of the Yukon" is one of the few examples. It's a pleasant, if middling, Western comedy where you can also see Dinah Shore, another personality known for her achievements in other fields than the silver screen. Gypsy Rose doesn't strip, which may disappoint some people. failed effort December 29, 2003 The reason to see this is because of Gyspy Rose Lee. It's amazing. Ethel Merman looked like her mother. But she doesn't do a strip tease here. Wasn't that was she was famous for. The costumes on Gyspy are fabulous but not Dinah's. Dinah Shore said she was ashamed of her movies and I can see why. Her hair is dyed an unfitting red here too. The only highlight is when she sings Sleighride in July. The plot handsome Randolph Scott is a man with a past but he decides to change his ways and starts a bank. Not too memorable. Great chance to see Gypsy Rose Lee! February 22, 2001 9 out of 9 found this review helpful Yes, its a lightweight film. Its also a great chance to see some rare footage of Gypsy Rose Lee's short film career. Randolf Scott (a handsome matinee idol in his day) is a strong veteran actor and plays his contrived role to the hilt. Don't expect plot; just enjoy the rich visual experience of this vacuous film-as-entertainment novelty feature.