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The music and movie always brings a lump to my throat and a tear in my eye every time I watch it.

The Glenn Miller Story

My favourite film
which tells the story
of trombone player
and big band leader
Major Glenn Miller

This love story
shows his rise to
fame and fortune
and tragic death

His music
still enjoyed
by people

To this
very

day

Contest: Favourite Movie
Sponsor: Nayda Ivette Negron
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October 2, 2021 at 1:54 AM

I was raised on Rock 'n' Roll Jan, but now as an avid record collector, i love all music, especially Glenn Miller, of which i have dozens of his vinyl lp's. Wonderful poem and dedication.

Vladislav Raven

February 8, 2016 at 9:50 AM

Hi Jan, a film always remembered by me. The music, as good today as it was back then. I listen to the music quite a bit actually. A well written piece Jan. What greater accolade can a musician and composer have that their music is still Loved after they are gone. A great movie, a great poem. A seven for this one Jan. Have a good day....Vladislav.

February 8, 2016 at 2:44 PM

I still cry when i see the film Mike he was the most amazing musician and his music will live on and on:-) hugs jan xx

January 19, 2016 at 9:04 PM

Well done, Jan, one of my favorite musicians. Hugs Eve

January 24, 2016 at 12:56 PM

Thanks Eve:-) hugs Jan xx

January 7, 2016 at 6:38 AM

Well penned Jan. I watched the Movie (again) 2 days ago on TV and loved it all over again. A Classic.

January 7, 2016 at 11:09 AM

It's a wonderful film Rob I always end up tearful when I watch it:-( hugs jan xx

January 5, 2016 at 9:12 AM

I am old enough to remember Glenn Miller and his 'presence' in my young family life, but I have not seen the movie. I want to now. Good luck - I'm fairly sure no one else will choose this movie and probably not this limited, more challenging style - I like it ... CayCay

January 5, 2016 at 12:49 PM

I have another film I wanted to do but someone else did it so I chose this one as it is one we have recorded on the hard drive for me to watch anytime:-) hugs jan xx

January 5, 2016 at 7:27 AM

" Pardon me boy, is that your Mother's dress you're wearing, size tweny nine, in the Debenhams line........." Anyway, apart from the twisted lyrics of my youth, I still rate this film, especially the scenes where Glenn spices up the parade march, and that moment after he has disappeared when June Allyson listens to him on the radio. And the music is timeless. Great write, Jan. Viv x

January 5, 2016 at 12:48 PM

That scene when she listens to him on the radio always gets me and when they play little brown jug - arghhhhh get the kleenex. I love the music always have and always will:-) hugs Jan xx

January 4, 2016 at 3:03 PM

I didn't see the movie but I love the song "In The Mood"......best wishes

January 4, 2016 at 3:12 PM

There are many of hit his songs in the movie Joseph, if you enjoy his music I think you will like the film:-) hugs Jan xx

January 4, 2016 at 3:59 AM

I can still see Jimmy Stewart in front of the bandstand in that film. Nicely written for a wonderful film.

January 4, 2016 at 12:50 PM

Its a wonderful film Dan:-) hugs Jan xx

January 3, 2016 at 7:31 PM

This is a winner poem for me , best of luck in the contest cause this is a great, delightful write...hugs / / :) dalia

January 4, 2016 at 1:12 AM

Thanks Dalia:-) hugs Jan xx

Andrea Dietrich

January 3, 2016 at 5:42 PM

great job, Jan. I have so many movies I love, I just went with my last favorite one to come down the pike. (of course not posted yet) I bet I saw this Glen Miller story when I was a kid in reruns on tv!!!

January 3, 2016 at 5:52 PM

I rarely go to the cinema as i usually fall asleep and I can do that at home for nothing lol. It's a very old film from 1953 but still stands the test of time:-) hugs jan xx

January 3, 2016 at 5:39 PM

So glad I got to read this, Jan. haven't seen the movie but will surely check it out. huggs!

January 3, 2016 at 5:50 PM

It makes me cry every time I watch it Kim and the music ... well it's just fabulous!:-) hugs Jan xx

January 3, 2016 at 5:09 PM

I love him, Jan. My mother really liked him, though. Thank you for this. It's beautiful.

January 3, 2016 at 5:23 PM

His music will live on forever it is still so popular and i just love the film :-) hugs Jan xx

January 3, 2016 at 3:43 PM

Delightful....one of my favorite band leaders...to listen to ....thank you

January 3, 2016 at 3:45 PM

I have always adored his music Judy and I love the film:-) hugs Jan xx

Anne-Lise Andresen

January 3, 2016 at 12:54 PM

- Lovely tribute to Glenn Miller, Jan - Good luck in contest - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

January 3, 2016 at 12:55 PM

Thanks Anne Lise I have the film on our hard disk recorder so I can watch it time and time again:-) hugs Jan xx

January 3, 2016 at 10:23 AM

love the music of glen, jan.. my grandpa influenced me to enjoy his music... so lovely.. happy january.. this is our birthmonth!.. huggs

January 3, 2016 at 10:32 AM

I love the music too but don't remind me its my birthday lol :-) hugs Jan xx

January 3, 2016 at 9:19 AM

Excellent write Jan

January 3, 2016 at 9:21 AM

Thanks White Sage I LOVE this film it makes me cry every time l watch it lol:-) hugs Jan xx

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