Margie (1946 film)

Margie is a 1946 American Technicolor musical film directed by Henry King. It is a nostalgic coming-of-age story set in the Roaring Twenties, focusing on a high school girl named Margie McDougall and her experiences with first love and social awkwardness.

The film stars Jeanne Crain as Margie, and features Glenn Langan, Lynn Bari, Alan Young, Barbara Lawrence, and Conrad Janis in supporting roles.

The plot revolves around Margie's teenage years in a small town, and her infatuation with a new French teacher, Ralph Fontayne. The film showcases her struggles to fit in, her romantic daydreams, and the social customs of the era, including dances, clothing, and popular music. The story is told through flashbacks as Margie recounts her experiences to her daughter.

Margie is known for its Technicolor cinematography, its depiction of 1920s fashion and culture, and its lighthearted and sentimental tone. The film features several popular songs from the 1920s, contributing to its nostalgic feel. It was a box office success upon its release.