This upbeat early Betty Grable musical romance built on the success of her two previous recent Fox musicals 'Down Argentine Way' and 'That Night in Rio', all shot in glorious Technicolor, very unusual for the times. Parts of this film were shot on location at several Florida tourist spots. Betty had to work hard in this film, as she is probably in 90% of the scenes. Although Carol Landis was her supporting actress, she wasn't allowed to provide the singing or dancing diversion that Carmen Miranda or Alice Faye did in most other Grable musicals of this era. Don Ameche is again her costar, his last time in this role. Charlotte Greenburg also returns as her elastic-jointed aunt.Jack Haley, of recent fame as The Tin Man in 'The Wizard of Oz', is included to provide a romantic interest for Charlotte and to add a bit of his singing, dancing and comedic talent to the brew.Clearly much younger than Charlotte, his sudden romantic interest in her is one of the more implausible features of the plot. Sadly, Jack was never again in a first rate musical, despite his Robert Taylor-like good looks and talents. The Condos Brothers take the place of the Nicholas Brothers dancing team, which was featured in several Fox musicals, including 'Down Argentine Way' Although not as acrobatic as the Nicholas Brothers, they demonstrate their fancy footwork in two numbers, one with Betty. Bob Cummings serves as Ameche's chief competition for Betty's affection. Like the Cheshire cat, the one is always popping up when the other thinks he is alone with Betty. Betty's interest in Ameche, who appears to be a foppish ne'er -do-well hanger on to Cummings' wealthy family is another irritatingly implausible feature of the plot. From the dialogue, it appears Ameche's character is a popular lady's man, in contrast to Cummings' character, whose forte is his family's wealth, which is what the 3 women supposedly are mainly interested in. I thought Ameche and Cummings had good chemistry. Unfortunately, neither would be in another Grable musical. Cummings sings 'You Started Something' in a '30s style, followed by Betty's and Ameche's renditions. Thus, I consider this the theme song of the show. Otherwise, Betty and Ameche did nearly all the singing. Through the latter half, we are provided with several hints that the Betty-Cummings announced marriage plan might not hold up. Ameche keeps pleading his case that he and Betty would make a better match. In fact, Carol's and Cummings' characters gradually come to realize that they have more in common than the Betty-Cummings pairing. It isn't until the finale encore than Carol gets to sing s wee bit, taking Betty's place in singing with Cummings 'You Started Something'. In fact, the ordering of the encores suggests that Carol and Cummings, rather than the stars, are the biggest winners in this gold digging scheme.Like Jack Haley, peroxide blond Carol Landis would return to mostly B movies, after a long stint traveling around entertaining troops. She nearly died from several tropical diseases during this time, never fully recovering her health. The rest of her short life reads much like that of Marilyn Monroe's later years. She had numerous affairs and marriages, but was unable to complete a pregnancy because of endometriosis. With her film career in limbo, Rex Harrison's ending of their affair was the last straw, and she finally succeeded in killing herself, after several failed attempts.

Light fanfare with Bette Grable, Don Ameche, Bob Cummings, and Carol Landis in a fun-filled film.The Technicolor by the always reliable Natalie Kalmus in really great here.We never get tired of plots dealing with 3 ladies trying to get rich guys for themselves. This picture isn't How to Marry a Millionaire (1953) but it's enjoyable along with the marvelous dancing and singing.As the aunt, Charlotte Greenwood joins in the fun. Did anyone notice how depressed Carol Landis looked? She would kill herself 7 years later.Jack Haley, as the snooping butler, is a joy to watch. He provides an excellent foil to Miss Greenwood.

Having just been to Miami for the first time in my life, I finally decided to check out this Betty Grable musical from 20th Century-Fox that took place and was partly filmed there after having taped it from AMC 10 years ago. The flimsy plot about gold diggers is a bit longish but many entertaining musical numbers and some humor does put it over on me quite smoothly. Certainly the cast, which includes Robert Cummings, Don Ameche, Carole Landis, Charlotte Greenwood, Jack Haley, and especially Ms. Grable are very charming here with wonderful Technicolor photography and melodically tuneful songs by Ralph Ranger and Leo Robin. In short, Moon Over Miami was just an entertaining piece of fluff that went over well for audiences that survived the Depression and was just about to enter World War II...

This movie is the pure essence of the idea 'movies the way they used to be made'. I honestly can't find any fault with this movie.......the plot, music, scenery, acting......all perfect! I'm so glad that it finally came out on DVD. Thank goodness we have great movies like this to watch instead of the incredible garbage that is out there today. This is Hollywood at its finest......and the vivid technicolor photography makes you feel like you're in 1940 Miami. Don Ameche gives a fabulous performance and Betty Grable's dance numbers are wonderful. This is a must-have DVD.....for anyone who enjoys class, style, great acting and wonderful music! This is absolutely among my favorite musicals along with Easter Parade and Holiday Inn.