There are plenty of great Hollywood movie musicals from the 1950s that are still held in high regard today. Guys and Dolls is one such musical, though perhaps it hasn’t gotten the iconic status that other MGM musicals garnered due to its uneven casting. Nevertheless, the film version of the popular stage musical adapts it well, adding incredible synchronization, excellent choreography, and a charismatic cast (as well as their behind-the-scenes drama) to a familiar, but well-made plotline of guys challenged to keep their word, whether that be in terms of gambling or of love. Guys and Dolls might not have the iconic status due to certain song performances, but it nonetheless still remains a classic for a reason– it’s just a good film.

Okay, if we were to compare voices, of course Frank Sinatra is much better than Marlon Brando, so it’s no wonder that their dynamic in real life got strained. However… I can’t deny that Marlon Brando and Jean Simmons had really good chemistry, and I have to say that Brando has the charisma for Sky Masterson.