REET PETITE AND GONE

Cinemavixion Review

This musical gem, 'Reet, Petite, and Gone,' from 1947, offers a delightful blend of swing music and classic melodrama. Directed by William Forest Crouch, the film features the infectious rhythms of Louis Jordan's Tympany Five, providing a vibrant soundtrack to a story of love, inheritance, and treachery. The plot centers on the efforts of a wealthy, dying man to ensure the happiness of his son, Louis Jarvis, and his beloved, Honey Carter. However, their future happiness is threatened by a devious lawyer with avaricious intentions. While the film may not have garnered major awards, its charm lies in its energetic musical numbers and a straightforward, engaging narrative that highlights the talents of its cast, including Louis Jordan and June Richmond. It's a charming piece of cinematic history for fans of vintage musicals and swing music.