Serenade (1956) ✨

Mario Lanza (as Damon Vincenti), Sara Montiel (as Juana Montes), Joan Fontaine (as Kendall Hale), and Vincent Price Genre: Musical/Melodrama 1. Plot Overview

Critics were mostly positive, but noted Lanza's obvious weight gain.

This was Mario Lanza's first film after a four-year absence from the screen following the "Student Prince" debacle.

Despite its financial loss, it is regarded by enthusiasts as a key film to see Lanza’s talent at its peak, with many reviews noting the dramatic impact of his performance. 5. Source Material