Drama, Music, History
Nelly Don the Musical Movie is a true Kansas City story about Nelly Don, a trailblazer who ignited a fashion revolution in the early 1900s to become a global sensation. Yet on the coattails of her success, drama ensues from an abusive husband and affair with a US Senator to the fake adoption of her biological son and her mobster-linked abduction. History comes alive with music, propelling the sensational story of her meteoric rise to fame in the fashion industry.
MOVIE COMMENTS
SIMILAR MOVIES
Aida
Sister My Sister
Sailor Moon S - Usagi - The Path to Become the Warrior of Love
Broadway Melody of 1938
Hollywood Hotel
Born to Dance
Rose Marie
Broadway Melody of 1936
Naughty Marietta
Dames
Like Dandelion Dust
Soul Surfer
Joe
Love Gets a Room
The Man Who Saved Christmas
Blaze
American Animals
Billy Rose's Jumbo
The Molly Maguires
The Devil Wears Prada
SIMILAR MOVIES
Aida
IMDB 4.9 | Oct , 1953
This Italian film version of Verdi's opera stars Sophia Loren on the screen, with Renata Tebaldi providing the vocals.Sister My Sister
IMDB 5.8 | Dec , 1994
A true story of shocking violence catapults a picturesque little town into history. The close sibling relationship between the two maids takes on a new dimension as their overbearing employer discovers a sexual fever between the two sisters.Sailor Moon S - Usagi - The Path to Become the Warrior of Love
IMDB 0 | Jul , 1994
The 4th Sailor Moon musical (and the 2nd to get a physical release.) While Usagi Tsukino and her friends are enjoying their summer vacation and planning on making their dreams for the future come true, they must deal with the Death Busters and two new Sailor Senshi who are on the hunt for the Talismans, as well as the arrival of Chibiusa.Broadway Melody of 1938
IMDB 6.2 | Aug , 1937
Steve Raleight wants to produce a show on Broadway. He finds a backer, Herman Whipple and a leading lady, Sally Lee. But Caroline Whipple forces Steve to use a known star, not a newcomer. Sally purchases a horse, she used to train when her parents had a farm before the depression and with to ex-vaudevillians, Sonny Ledford and Peter Trott she trains it to win a race, providing the money Steve needs for his show.Hollywood Hotel
IMDB 5.4 | Jan , 1938
After losing a coveted role in an upcoming film to another actress, screen queen Mona Marshall (Lola Lane) protests by refusing to appear at her current movie's premiere. Her agent discovers struggling actress Virginia Stanton (Rosemary Lane) -- an exact match for Mona -- and sends her to the premiere instead, with young musician Ronnie Bowers (Dick Powell). After various mishaps, including a case of mistaken identity, Ronnie and Virginia struggle to find success in Hollywood.Born to Dance
IMDB 6 | Nov , 1936
On leave, a sailor falls in love with a young lady aspiring to become a Broadway dancer, but their relationship is jeopardized by an established Broadway star, who is also enamored by him.Rose Marie
IMDB 6.2 | Jan , 1936
An incognito opera singer falls for a policeman who has been assigned to track down her fugitive brother.Broadway Melody of 1936
IMDB 6.4 | Sep , 1935
Lovely, gifted Irene Foster hopes that her childhood sweetheart-turned Broadway producer Robert Gordon will recognize her--and her talent. Gordon is too busy sparring with a dirt-dishing gossip columnist to notice, but his wisecracking, heart-of-gold secretary certainly does. She and Irene must use their wits to show him what he's missing!Naughty Marietta
IMDB 5.4 | Mar , 1935
In order to avoid a prearranged marriage, a rebellious French princess sheds her identity and escapes to colonial New Orleans, where she finds an unlikely true love.Dames
IMDB 6.4 | Sep , 1934
A reformer's daughter wins the lead role in a scandalous Broadway show.Like Dandelion Dust
IMDB 6.9 | Feb , 2009
A compelling drama that explores the different meanings of being a parent through the gritty, realistic lives of a struggling family, and a privileged family. Their lives intersect, intertwine and collide, all for the love of a little boy. This film bravely exposes the humanity in each character reminding us that we each have the potential to be the best and worst versions of ourselves at any time.Soul Surfer
IMDB 7 | Apr , 2011
The true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.Joe
IMDB 10 | Jan , 2002
This animated short tells the story of Seraphim "Joe" Fortes, one of Vancouver's most beloved citizens. Born in the West Indies, Joe Fortes swam in English Bay for over than 30 years. A self-appointed lifeguard at first, he became so famous that the city of Vancouver finally rewarded him with a salary for doing what he loved best.Love Gets a Room
IMDB 6.9 | Nov , 2021
January 1942, in Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II. Thousands of Jews have been confined to the Warsaw ghetto for more than a year. Outside, life goes on; inside, they struggle to survive another day. Still, on a cold winter night, a group of Jewish actors manage to stage a lively musical comedy.The Man Who Saved Christmas
IMDB 6.1 | Dec , 2002
Alfred Carlton Gilbert invented the Erector Set and is trying to get it onto the toy shelves of the country. A.C. is startled to be summoned to the White House, where top officials ask him to convert the toy factory into a weapons manufacturing company for the duration of the war. "No" is really not an option, for fear of being labeled unpatriotic so the switch is made. Later, government officials ask A.C. to be their spokesman for a campaign to avoid "toy giving" for the coming holidays and buy war bonds instead. With a young son himself, who looks forward to Christmas like any other child, what will A.C. do this time?Blaze
IMDB 6.3 | Aug , 2018
Inspired by the life of Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas outlaw country movement that spawned the likes of Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. The film weaves together three periods in Blaze's life, exploring his love affair with Sybil Rosen; his last, dark night on Earth; and the impact his songs and his death had on his fans, friends, and foes.American Animals
IMDB 6.7 | Jun , 2018
Lexington, Kentucky, 2004. Four young men attempt to execute one of the most audacious art heists in the history of the United States.Billy Rose's Jumbo
IMDB 5.8 | Dec , 1962
The daughter of a circus owner fights to save her father from a takeover spearheaded by the man she loves.The Molly Maguires
IMDB 6.3 | Feb , 1970
Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, 1876. A secret society of Irish coal miners, bond by a sacred oath, put pressure on the greedy and ruthless company they work for by sabotaging mining facilities in the hope of improving their working conditions and the lives of their families.The Devil Wears Prada
IMDB 7.4 | Jun , 2006
Andy moves to New York to work in the fashion industry. Her boss is extremely demanding, cruel and won't let her succeed if she doesn't fit into the high class elegant look of their magazine.