Movie Description

La Fiesta de Santa Barbara

(1935)

Overview

La Fiesta de Santa Barbara is a 1935 American comedy short film directed by Louis Lewyn. It was nominated for an Academy Award at the 9th Academy Awards in 1936 for Best Short Subject (Color). It features a young, pre-stardom 13-year-old Judy Garland singing "La Cucaracha" with her two sisters (billed as "The Garland Sisters"). In the film, Hollywood stars participate in a Mexican-themed revue and festival in Santa Barbara. Andy Devine, the "World's Greatest Matador," engages in a bullfight with a dubious bovine supplied by Buster Keaton, and musical numbers are provided by Joe Morrison and The Garland Sisters. Comedy bits and dance numbers are also featured.

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Facts

Original TitleLa Fiesta de Santa Barbara

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1935-12-07

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 00h 19m

Production CompaniesMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Genres

  • Comedy
  • Music