Question 1

How did Joan Blondell's pregnancy affect the filming of the 'ironing board' number?

Accepted Answer

According to TCM's Dave Karger, Joan Blondell was pregnant with Norman S. Powell during the 'ironing board' number. Her husband George Barnes, the cinematographer, used camera angles and props to hide her condition.

Question 2

Which song from Dames became a hit for The Flamingos in 1959?

Accepted Answer

The song 'I Only Have Eyes for You' became a very big hit for the 'doo-wop' group The Flamingos in 1959. It won the ASCAP award for 'Most Performed Feature Film Standard' in 1989.

Question 3

What inside joke is referenced in the 'Dames' number?

Accepted Answer

In the 'Dames' number, Dick Powell's character lets in Miss Dubin, Miss Warren, and Miss Kelly, referencing songwriter Al Dubin, composer Harry Warren, and costume designer Orry-Kelly.

Question 4

Why does Jimmy tell Barbara not to worry about their relationship?

Accepted Answer

Barbara worries it might not be right to love each other as they're related. Jimmy says they're 13th cousins, which means about 0.0001% common DNA, so there's nothing to worry about.

Question 5

How much would the $10 million inheritance be worth in 2023?

Accepted Answer

The $10 million inheritance would equal nearly $229 million in 2023.

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