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Classic Old Movie : Hollywood Canteen 1944

Classic Old Movie : Hollywood Canteen 1944

Hollywood Canteen 1944

Story line

Two soldiers on sick leave spend three nights at the Hollywood Canteen before going back to active duty. With a little friendly help from John Garfield, Slim gets to kiss Joan Leslie, whom he has been dreaming about while in the Pacific. He meets her later at the Farmer’s Market. On the third night, Slim is the millionth man into the Canteen, earning him a date with Joan. Slim thinks he’s been duped when she doesn’t show up at his train. Slim’s buddy Sergant dances with Joan Crawford. Canteen President Bette Davis praises the canteen and the war effort. Virtually everyone Warners could spare entertains.

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