A Reno lounge-singer who witnessed a murder hides her identity at a San Francisco convent.
The plot feels like a fairly standard fish-out-of-water comedy with a number of clichés and somewhat forced conflict between individuals, but it is elevated by some quite humorous and touching character moments.
Johnson's funny and charismatic lead performance is the main highlight and she has great chemistry with supporting stars like Mary Wickes, Maggie Smith (who is particularly good), Harvey Keitel, and Kathy Najimy.
The songs are tremendously catchy and should bring a smile to all but the most sullen faces who are determined not to enjoy a bit of musical escapism. Certain voices are obviously dubbed, but it does not spoil it for me.
It is a great one to watch with children. My 7 year old daughter loved it.
The plot feels like a fairly standard fish-out-of-water comedy with a number of clichés and somewhat forced conflict between individuals, but it is elevated by some quite humorous and touching character moments.
Johnson's funny and charismatic lead performance is the main highlight and she has great chemistry with supporting stars like Mary Wickes, Maggie Smith (who is particularly good), Harvey Keitel, and Kathy Najimy.
The songs are tremendously catchy and should bring a smile to all but the most sullen faces who are determined not to enjoy a bit of musical escapism. Certain voices are obviously dubbed, but it does not spoil it for me.
It is a great one to watch with children. My 7 year old daughter loved it.