Mario Lanza's musicals are similar in style and development of the plot. Serenade is no exception and follows the path of the tenor from farmer to fame and back again. Prominence is placed on his love life, his downfall and recovery.
Many arias are sung throughout the movie, a gain for opera fans. Other viewers may just enjoy the music. The story is bland, almost like an opera, or a modern soapie.
Many arias are sung throughout the movie, a gain for opera fans. Other viewers may just enjoy the music. The story is bland, almost like an opera, or a modern soapie.