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Funny Lady
Funny Lady

Funny Lady

March 15, 1975· 2h 16m
Directed by
Cinemagraphs Score5.4

Famous singer Fanny Brice has divorced her first husband Nicky Arnstein. During the Great Depression she has trouble finding work as an artist, but meets Billy Rose, a newcomer who writes lyrics and owns a nightclub.

Critics Sentiment

Critics5.4
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16 reviews·Last updated 28d ago
Peak Moment

Opening night of Crazy Quilt becomes comedy of errors

7.8at 36m
Lowest Moment

Fanny and Billy kiss and part at the film's end

3.8at 2h 12m
Biggest Swing

The film plummets from its comedic high point during the Crazy Quilt disaster sequence to prolonged periods of relationship dysfunction and an unsatisfying ending.

Funny Lady follows a disappointing downward trajectory, starting promisingly but losing steam as the central relationship becomes increasingly unpleasant and dysfunctional. While the Crazy Quilt sequence provides genuine comedic brilliance, the film suffers from weak character development, lackluster musical numbers, and an ending that leaves audiences feeling depressed rather than entertained. Critics consistently noted that while individual elements showed promise, the sequel never captured the charm or emotional resonance of its predecessor.

16 reviews analyzed|Sources: Imdb, Tmdb
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Fanny receives divorce papers from Nicky backstage
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Fanny meets Billy Rose at Bernard Baruch's office
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Opening night of Crazy Quilt becomes comedy of errors⬆ Peak moment
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Fanny and Billy work together to fix the production
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Fanny and Billy's honeymoon turns to constant arguing
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Billy produces Aquacade starring swimmer Eleanor Holm
5.0
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Fanny rejects Billy's apology at the train station
5.0
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Fanny and Billy kiss and part at the film's end⬇ Lowest moment
5.0
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