What a pleasure it was to see this special on PBS. The superb black & white footage was mesmerizing, the commentary was pointed and well informed, and the whole show was edited together in a way that flowed so well, the time flew by!
I never knew much about Rosemary Clooney growing up, but this special provided a life story better than any traditional biography could have. Her family adored her, as did her fans, but the thing that struck me most was the connection she had with the audience. Looking at the songs from what I assume was the 1950's, I felt that she was looking right into my eyes, hypnotizing me. There was a connection I don't feel with any of the popular singers of today.
I never knew much about Rosemary Clooney growing up, but this special provided a life story better than any traditional biography could have. Her family adored her, as did her fans, but the thing that struck me most was the connection she had with the audience. Looking at the songs from what I assume was the 1950's, I felt that she was looking right into my eyes, hypnotizing me. There was a connection I don't feel with any of the popular singers of today.
