While taking a vacation in the country Broadway star Adele (Marie Saxon) inadvertently as a prank finds herself auditioning for a chorus job in the midwest Gay GIrlies Burlesque touring show. Bobby (Jack Egan), the writer, director and star of the upcoming show, who, unaware that Adele is a New York celebrity, is so impressed with her dancing that he not only gives her a job but makes her a featured player in his show.


If you're into silent films, or just curious about what folks watched back in 1929, then The Broadway Hoofer is probably worth a peek. It’s a pretty straightforward, charming little tale that doesn’t ask too much of you. If you need explosions or deep, meaningful dialogue, you’ll definitely hate it. But for a simple, s...

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"If you're into silent films, or just curious about what folks watched back in 1929, then The Broadway Hoofer is probably worth a peek. It’s a pretty straightforward, charming little tale that doesn’t ask too much of you. If you need explosions or deep, meaningful dialogue, you’ll definitely hate it. But for a simple, sweet escape, it’s got a certain something. The whole setup starts with Adele, a big Broadway star, who just wants a quiet vacation. Somehow, she ends up auditioning for a small-ti..."

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