Question 1

Why were only two of the three Brian Sisters singing with Shirley Temple in 'Be Optimistic'?

Accepted Answer

Shirley's mother, Gertrude, decided the youngest Brian, Gwen (Shirley's age), shouldn't appear onscreen to avoid pulling focus from Shirley. Doris (12) wore bookish eyeglasses, and Betty (15) was too old to upstage 10-year-old Temple.

Question 2

What tap step do Mr. and Mrs. Brasno perform after Mike's 'Buffalo, next week' reply?

Accepted Answer

The tap step is called 'Shuffle Off to Buffalo,' or simply 'Buffalo Step.'

Question 3

Which actors were in studio records for roles but not seen in the final film?

Accepted Answer

Ben Welden (Taxi Driver) and Clarence Wilson (Scully) were in studio records for their roles but were not seen in the movie; they may have been filmed but cut before release.

Question 4

Who plays the character Betsy Brown in Little Miss Broadway?

Accepted Answer

Shirley Temple plays Betsy Brown.

Question 5

What is the conflict in Little Miss Broadway?

Accepted Answer

An orphan is provisionally adopted by a hotel manager whose hotel is populated by show business people. The hotel's owner dislikes the entertainers and wants the girl returned to the orphanage.

Little Miss Broadway

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