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That's Dancing! (1985)

7.019851h 45mEN
DocumentaryMusic

Directed by Jack Haley Jr.

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 45m

Language

EN

Release

January 18, 1985

Director

Jack Haley Jr.

Official Trailer

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Overview

A documentary film about dancing on the screen, from it's orgins after the invention of the movie camera, over the movie musical from the late 20s, 30s, 40s 50s and 60s up to the break dance and the music videos from the 80s.

Cast

Mikhail Baryshnikov

Mikhail Baryshnikov

Self - Host

Ray Bolger

Ray Bolger

Self - Host

Sammy Davis Jr.

Sammy Davis Jr.

Self - Host

Gene Kelly

Gene Kelly

Self - Host

Liza Minnelli

Liza Minnelli

Self - Host

Tommy Abbott

Tommy Abbott

'West Side Story' dancer

Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

Self (archive footage)

Robert Banas

Robert Banas

'West Side Story ' dancer

Jennifer Beals

Jennifer Beals

David Bean

David Bean

'West Side Story' dancer

Francesca Bellini

Francesca Bellini

'West Side Story' dancer

Busby Berkeley

Busby Berkeley

Self (archive footage)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into That's Dancing! (1985), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A documentary film about dancing on the screen, from it's orgins after the invention of the movie camera, over the movie musical from the late 20s, 30s, 40s 50s and 60s up to the break dance and the music videos from the 80s.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of That's Dancing!. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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