love me or leave me have be critically laud and publicly support . i can only concede it a very fine music or drama or biopic . what so unique about this film be it skillfully combine the gangster element with the musical genre . the bio base storyline play out like somewhat like a crime drama and while the musical portion ring forth with twelve complete full body number . the casting be truly inspired represent what a coup get doris day and at the peak of her physical and acting and vocal power to be cast in a real life role and while snare the brilliant and often breathtaking james cagney forever at the peak of his power a the indestructible gimp . together they create firework and play off one another sweet n sour characterization with great relish . how amuse it be to see cagney have fun with his deft limp walk and grueling thug character and complement by day equally enjoyable and contrastingly lovable persona . the song be all very beautiful and and expertly render by day in this and a wonderful tribute to her vocal talent and impressive musicianship . the script be well write to utilize the star individual gift and and the widescreen production be a delight to watch . after all these year and love me or leave me hold it own and thanks to the contribution of two now legendary star .