The news that John Kerr passed away a few days ago sent me reminiscing about South Pacific the movie. It is by far my favorite musical and I've seen the play and all movie versions many times. And I can sing most of the songs by heart. I loved Mitzi Gaynor singing "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair" and the late great Ray Walston singing "There Ain't Nothing Like A Dame". But of course John Kerr did not have to sing or dance or anything, just take his shirt off ;-)
South Pacific is a story of bravery in World War II and also two love stories - one between a nurse and French recluse and the other between a handsome young lieutenant (Kerr) and a native Bali girl.
RIP John Kerr. Bali Ha'i is calling you...
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