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Classic Movie “My Gal Sal” (1942)

Published: March 26, 2025; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: April 3, 2025
Where: Columbus Library

Address: 742 10th Avenue New York, NY 10019, United States

Phone: 212-586-5098

Set in the late 19th century, “My Gal Sal” is a colorful musical biopic loosely based on the life of songwriter Paul Dresser (played by Victor Mature), a charismatic entertainer who rises from a small-town minister’s son to a famed composer in bustling New York City. Along the way, he falls for the glamorous but headstrong burlesque performer Sally Elliott (Rita Hayworth), whose wit and charm both inspire and frustrate him as he navigates love, ambition, and the vibrant world of Tin Pan Alley.

Filled with lively musical numbers, romantic entanglements, and old-fashioned showbiz flair, the film blends fictionalized drama with Dresser’s real songs (including the titular “My Gal Sal”), offering a nostalgic tribute to the golden age of vaudeville and the power of music and love.

Time: 11:00-1:00 pm EST

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