Meet Me in St. Louis
CAST
Esther Smith
Tootie Smith
Mrs. Anna Smith
Rose Smith
Mr. Alonzo Smith
John Truett
Katie (Maid)
Grandpa
Lucille Ballard
STORYLINE
"Meet Me in St. Louis" is a classic American Christmas musical film that premiered in 1944. Directed by Vincente Minnelli, the movie not only tells the charming story of the Smith family, but also elevates the popularity of timeless songs like "The Trolley Song" and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas". Even today, as Christmas approaches, this timeless movie continues to captivate many loyal fans.
The story revolves around Esther (Judy Garland), the eldest child of Mrs. Anna (Mary Astor) and Mr. Alonzo (Leon Ames). Alonzo (Leon Ames). During her teenage years, Esther develops feelings for a new neighbor named John (Tom Drake), and the two end up having a romantic relationship.
However, their happiness is momentarily disrupted when Esther receives the sad news that her family will have to move from their old home in St. Louis to New York due to her father's new job. Faced with various considerations and obstacles, John decides to propose to Esther, making the two stay in St. Louis to live happily together.