Bye Bye Blues

"How long do you wait for love?"

Sep 21 1990 PG 1h 57m
Drama, Music, Romance

During World War II, Daisy Cooper returns home to Canada with her children after her British husband, soldier Teddy, is assigned to Singapore. With the help of trombonist Max Gramley, Daisy's amateurish piano and vocal skills improve, and soon she is supporting her family with her performances. Unsure whether Teddy is alive or dead, Daisy is torn between staying faithful and giving in to her growing feelings for Max.

Plot

Story about a WWII wife & mother who joins a local dance band to provide for family while husband at war. Romantic involvement with one of the band members make her decisions difficult when husband returns from war. Story watches the progression of the band as it grows into a popular, successful recording and touring group. Excellent music and soundtrack.

Written by

Anne Wheeler

Directed by

Anne Wheeler

Cast

Rebecca Jenkins, Luke Reilly, Michael Ontkean

Crew

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Production Countries

Canada

Production Companies

True Blue Productions, CFCN Television, Allarcom Limited, Image Organization, Artificial Eye, Circle Films, Monarch Home Video, ONF | NFB, Alberta Motion Picture Development Corporation, Téléfilm Canada, Transvideo, CITY-TV

Awards

5 wins & 10 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
331
Average Rating
7.3 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA