Hey, Let's Twist

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  • 1961
  • 1 hr 19 min

Hey, Let's Twist is a 1961 musical film directed by Greg Garrison and starring Joey Dee, The Starliters, and Jo Ann Campbell. The movie follows the story of Joey Dee (playing himself) and his band, The Starliters, as they perform at a local club and get caught in some romantic shenanigans. The film starts with Joey Dee and his band arriving at a small town where they have been hired to perform at a local club. On the way there, they meet a young woman named Norma played by Jo Ann Campbell, who is hitchhiking to the same destination. Joey and Norma hit it off immediately and end up spending some time together before arriving at the club.

Once at the club, Joey and his band perform some of their popular songs and get the audience dancing and twisting. In between performances, Joey tries to pursue Norma, but she seems to be more interested in his bandmate Teddy, played by Teddy Randazzo. This creates a love triangle between the three characters that adds to the comedic element of the movie.

The plot thickens when a wealthy businessman named Mr. Tittilini, played by Teddy Randazzo's father, arrives at the club and becomes interested in Norma. He offers to take her away from the small town and turn her into a star, which makes Joey jealous and prompts him to compete for her attention.

As the story progresses, we see Joey and his band competing against Mr. Tittilini and his wealth as they try to win over Norma's heart. Along the way, we are treated to some lively dance sequences and musical performances from Joey Dee and The Starliters.

Hey, Let's Twist is a lighthearted musical comedy that captures the essence of the early 1960s dance craze. The film features several catchy tunes that will have you tapping your feet and wanting to get up and twist. The dance scenes are choreographed to perfection and showcase the talents of the cast.

Joey Dee delivers a charming performance as himself, and his interactions with Jo Ann Campbell and Teddy Randazzo make for some humorous moments. Jo Ann Campbell shines as Norma, a young woman eager to break free and chase her dreams. Teddy Randazzo, on the other hand, gives a solid performance as the bandmate caught up in the love triangle.

Overall, Hey, Let's Twist is a fun-filled musical romp that will transport you back to a time when twisting was all the rage. The film is an entertaining showcase of the talents of Joey Dee and The Starliters, and it will not disappoint fans of classic musicals.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1961
  • Runtime
    1 hr 19 min