The Reformer And The Redhead (1950)

When a corrupt party boss (Ray Collins)  unjustly bounces her father (Cecil Kellaway) from his job at the zoo, a young woman (June Allyson) contacts an attorney (Dick Powell) who is also running for mayor. Political machinations and romance ensue. Written and directed by Norman Panama and Melvin Frank (THE COURT JESTER). This banal romantic comedy presents no one at their best. Considering they were married, it's surprising how little on screen chemistry Allyson and Powell have. The wan screenplay mixes cuteness with a weak attempt at a political statement. I adore June Allyson but even I found it a slog to sit through. Oddly, the film was a hit and made a bit of money for MGM. With David Wayne, Robert Keith, Marvin Kaplan and Kathleen Freeman.