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Church of Film: Scarecrow in A Garden of Cucumbers
By Lindsay Costello
June 27, 2024
Synopsis
“Scarecrow in a Garden of Cucumbers” is a film from 1972 that runs for 1 hour and 22 minutes. It’s a comedy-drama musical that tells the story of an aspiring actress from Kansas who arrives in New York and encounters a variety of eccentric characters. The film features a cast that includes Holly Woodlawn as Eve Harrington, Tally Brown as Mary Poppins, and Suzanne Skillen as Ninotchka, among others.
The movie is known for its parody elements and has been described as a new kind of musical comedy. It also marks the film debuts of several actors, including David Margulies, Lily Tomlin, Kathryn Howell, Margaret Howell, and Dori Brenner.
Bette Midler did contribute to the soundtrack of “Scarecrow in a Garden of Cucumbers”. She is mentioned as having voice cameos in the film. Additionally, the film is noted for somehow featuring Bette Midler on the soundtrack, which suggests that her vocal contributions were part of the musical elements of the movie
The title “Scarecrow in a Garden of Cucumbers” is also a reference to a phrase from the Epistle of Jeremiah in the King James Version of the Bible, symbolizing a false god or idol, standing lifeless and absurd. This could suggest that the film, while being a musical comedy, might also carry deeper meanings or commentary.
For those interested in arthouse films or the works of the cast members, this film could be a unique addition to their watchlist. It’s a glimpse into the breakthrough era of the early ’70s and reflects the vibrant culture of the time.
Soundtrack
9 songs
Scarecrow
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
Sung by Emmaretta Marks
Get It On
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
Sung by Bette Midler and Mike Lincoln
Nothing Goin’ Down at All
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
Sung by Bette Midler and Mike Lincoln
Bethesda
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
Sung by The Enchanters
Love Theme
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
Sung by Bette Midler
Strawberry, Lilac and Lime
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
Sung by Bette Midler
The Dusty Rose Hotel
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
Lost in My Dreams of Heaven
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
The Up Number
Music by Jerry Blatt
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
