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Name Your Favorite Mario Lanza Movie

A Lanza Cinematic Choice

Mario Lanza appeared in seven films during his brief career: That Midnight Kiss (released 1949), The Toast of New Orleans (1950), The Great Caruso (1951), Because You're Mine (1952), Serenade (1956), Seven Hills of Rome (1958), and For the First Time (1959). Which of these movies do you like best? You are allowed only one choice!
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Can't decide? 

This essay on the films of Mario Lanza may help.  After you have made your selection, we hope you'll discuss your choice on our forum here.  


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