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Fun In Acapulco
Fun In Acapulco
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Fun In Acapulco Mike works on a boat in Acapulco. When the bratty daughter of the boat owner gets him fired, Mike must find new work. Little boy Rauol helps him get a job as a lifeguard and singer at a local hotel. Clashes abound when Mike runs into the rival lifeguard, who is the champion diver of Mexico. He is angry at Mike for taking some of his hours, and stealing his woman.A South Of The Border Gem!
Fun in Acapulco is one of those films that might surprise you. Often overlooked, it is loaded with great music and a cast that really worked well together. The interplay between Elvis and Larry Domasin, who played little Raoul, was amazing. Elvis has a history of working well with children.
Mike, Played by Elvis, is fired from his job on a boat in Acapulco. It’s The boat owners young daughter who gets him fired after Elvis refuses her charm.
Little Rauol Befriends Mike and helps him get a job as a Singer/lifeguard. The current lifeguard, who is a champion Cliff diver begins to feel threatened by Mike. Not only is Mike cutting in on his hours but he is making moves on his girl Margueita, played by Ursala Andress. Mike is also attracted to a lady Bullfighter. It works as a silly but very fun love triangle.
Will Mike get over his fear of diving that was brought on by an accident while performing a high wire act with his family? And who will he fall for? It makes for a fun story line.
Fun in Acapulco was the #1 Box Office Musical in 1963. The soundtrack for this picture was wonderful. The single “Bossa Nova Baby” was a huge top 10 smash for Elvis. Also the performance of “Marguerita” was a highlight in the film.
If you have overlooked this picture I urge you to check it out. I know you will be entertained by this charming film
