 Theatre advertisement for the film, The Girl Can't Help, 19 December, 1956. Image by 20th Century-Fox, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Johnny OlennThe Girl Can't Help It is a 1956 American musical comedy film directed by Frank Tashlin and starring Jayne Mansfield, alongside Tom Ewell and Edmond O'Brien. Initially intended as a vehicle for Mansfield, the film features a satirical storyline about a mobster attempting to promote his talentless girlfriend as a singing star, while it also serves as a celebration of rock 'n' roll music with performances by notable artists of the era. Despite mixed critical reception, it has been recognized for its influence on the genre and is celebrated for its iconic music score, including the title song by Little Richard. (Source: Wikipedia)
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