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Blu-Ray Boutique: Episode 37 – Bing Crosby and the Father O’Malley Duology

Hosts Tim Rosenberger and Rosalie Lewis discuss two feel-good films from actor and singer Bing Crosby and director Leo McCarey: Going My Way (1944) and The Bells of St. Mary’s (1945). Both feature Crosby in the lead as young, optimistic Father Chuck O’Malley. These two standalone films are all about light, feel-good moments sprinkled with songs here and there. Tim and Rosalie explore whether the films are worth a look this holiday season. Going My Way was released through Shout Factory and The Bells of St. Mary’s was released through Oliver Signature, which is part of Olive Films.

Written by Tim Rosenberger

Tim Rosenberger is a Midwest journalist with a passion for film, a Star Trek phaser in the bathroom, and a last name that’s always spelled wrong. He’s a lover of all film genres and time periods but does lean towards pre-1960s movies, with a particular love for the ‘30s and ‘40s. A film blogger, video reviewer and podcaster in his spare time, he lives with his wife, a cat who hates him, and his adorable and way cuter than your child daughter.

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