Second Chorus

In this 1940 Hollywood musical comedy film, college band rivals Danny O'Neill (Fred Astaire) and Hank Taylor (Burgess Meredith) must navigate a romantic triangle with Ellen Miller (Paulette Goddard), their new manager. As they try to outdo each other for her affections, they also contend with Artie Shaw's pursuit of Ellen as his booking manager. With music by Artie Shaw and lyrics by Johnny Mercer, the film features lively musical numbers, including "Love of My Life," which garnered an Academy Award nomination for Best Song.