Although it is a decent film regardless, the real reason Gilda (1946) remains popular 66 years later is Rita Hayworth's sultry physique featured in a scene stealing performance. She had a simple array of moves (a flick of the wrist, a leg reveal, a toss of her hair) that still drives viewers wild. Miss Hayworth also had a good voice, with her version of "Put the Blame on Mame" in this film becoming a hit song.
Glenn Ford is Johnny, a down-and-out American gambler and con man living in Argentina. He meets a wealthy Casino owner and ends up becoming the man's assistant. After his boss runs off to get married, Johnny is dismayed to meet the new sexy wife, Gilda (Rita Hayworth)...
Gilda. 1946: Rita Hayworth |
It seems Johnny and Gilda have a secret past together...
Gilda. 1946: Rita Hayworth |
Now Gilda is playing one man against the other...
Gilda. 1946: Rita Hayworth |
and Johnny is finding it hard to decide where his loyalties rest...
Gilda. 1946: Rita Hayworth |
Gilda is enticing, sexy, voluptuous, forward, willing... and shrewd...
Gilda. 1946: Rita Hayworth |
What is a man to do?
Gilda. 1946: Rita Hayworth |
Gilda. 1946: Rita Hayworth |