How to Marry a Millionaire (1953)

Lauren Bacall, Marilyn Monroe, and Betty Grable are three single models who rent a high class apartment in order to each snare a rich bachelor. The plan both succeeds and backfires beyond their wildest dreams. The film is shown in glorious Cinemascope which offers beautiful extended views of their swanky pad and other sets. It’s certainly a bit of cute, fluffy business, but the leads are all appealing in their roles. My only complaint is the dirty way the film handles William Powell. His character introduces the gals to his fellow oil barons, but in the end though he’s the most attractive, he’s considered ‘too old’ to actually win any of them in the end.

Oscar Nomination: Best Costume Design, Color