 The direction and script were criticized for not allowing Montand the opportunity to use his Gallic humor.The irony of having Bing Crosby and Gene Kelly brought in to give the pupil further lessons was noted.The direction was further criticized because Monroe's appearance had changed very noticeably during the halt in production and under Cukor the differences had been exacerbated by poor costume, hair and makeup decisions, and by poor direction of the musical numbers.