Million Dollar Mermaid (1952)

Million Dollar Mermaid (1952) was a Biographical - Drama Film directed by Mervyn LeRoy and produced by Arthur Hornblow Jr..

Academy Awards 1952 --- Ceremony Number 25 (source: AMPAS)

On Blu-ray: The Magnificent Esther Williams and Victor Mature in Million Dollar Mermaid (1952)

Before I saw Million Dollar Mermaid (1952) for the first time, I read the passage in Esther William’s juicy memoir about the hot after hours affair she had with co-star Victor Mature. For that reason, this film has always been extra spicy for me. I’ll never know how much of my enjoyment ... Read full article

DOUBLE BILL #17: Thrill of a Romance (1945) and Million Dollar Mermaid (1952)

DOUBLE BILL #17: Thrill of a Romance (1945) and Million Dollar Mermaid (1952) On August 12, 2018August 12, 2018 By CarolIn Uncategorized Summer’s here, so I thought I’d go for a summer-themed Double Bill this month. And yeah, there’s a lot to choose f... Read full article

1001 Classic Movies: Million Dollar Mermaid

Million Dollar Mermaid (1952), starring Esther Williams, is one of the 1001 classic movies you should see. Each Monday, I'm going to recommend a classic movie you should see (for the reasons behind the 1001 series and reviews of earlier films covered go here). August's theme coincides with TCM's ... Read full article

The Million Dollar Mermaid

A few weeks ago I watched my first Esther Williams film, Dangerous When Wet (1953). During her heyday, Williams’ brand of swimming adventures were highly formulaic, escapist fare and I say they hold up extremely well in all their wacky aquatic acrobatics. Since then, I’ve been eager to c... Read full article

Million Dollar Mermaid (1952)

This is my contribution to the Classic Movie Blog Association’s?Fabulous Films of the 50s Blogathon which runs May 22-26. ?I’m thrilled to be participating, and it’s been great to read all the wonderful entries! Check?them out here. My fabulous film of the 50s is?Million Dollar Mer... Read full article