The Heather on the Hill

Gene Kelly and Cyd Charisse in the sublime modern dance number of "Brigadoon" (MGM,1954). The choreography is by Kelly himself to music by Frederick Loewe.

The Band Wagon(MGM,1953)

After "Singin' in the Rain", it is probably the greatest musical ever. Everything is excellent, the direction by Minnelli, the script, scenery and colors, and above all, obviously, the incomparable ballets and dance numbers performed by Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse. The choreography is by Michael kidd and Astaire himself, music by Arthur Schwartz and lyrics by Howard Dietz.

"A Shine on My Shoes".
Amazing Jazz Dance by Astaire.



"Dancing in the Dark".
Beauty supreme! The incomparable modern dance number performed by Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse in Central Park.



"Girl Hunt".
Another masterpiece: Jazz and modern ballet danced by Fred Astaire, Cyd Charisse and chorus.



"Two-Faced Woman".
Cut number! Choreographed by Michael Kidd and performed by Cyd Charisse and chorus. Music by Arthur Schwartz.
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"That's Entertainment".
Good musical number where Fred Astaire, Jack Buchanan, Nanette Fabray and Oscar Levant sing one of the american hymns of the show business.

Dream Ballet(Yolanda and the Thief)

The best of Fred Astaire. Memorable modern ballet in "Yolanda and the Thief" (MGM-1945) choreographed by Astaire himself and Eugene Loring. Lucille Bremer is wonderful. Music by Harry Warren and magic atmospheres by Vincente Minnelli.

Ziegfeld Follies(MGM,1946)

Nice movie directed by Vincente Minnelli with a cool three memorable musical numbers and other good numbers.

"This Heart of Mine".
Superb modern dance number performed by Astaire with Lucille Bremer. Music by Harry Warren.



"The Babbitt and the Bromide".
Essentially, the only work of Fred Astaire with Gene Kelly. A masterpiece danced in two styles to the tune of Gershwin song.



"Limehouse Blues".
Another sublime modern dance number created by Eugene Loring and Fred Astaire and performed by Fred and Lucille Bremer. Music by Philip Braham.

"A Great Lady Has an Interview".
Nice song number performed by Judy Garland and boys. Music and lyrics by Roger Edens and Kay Thompson.

An American in Paris(MGM,1951)

One of the greatest musicals ever. The final ballet is probably the best ballet or musical number in the movie history. But the film contains other three memorable musical numbers. The choreography is by Kelly, of course, the direction is by Vincente Minnelli, music and lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin.

"I Got Rhythm".
Great Tap solo by Gene Kelly.



"An American in Paris".
Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron and chorus in this masterpiece incredibly danced in four different styles (Jazz,Modern,Tap,Ballet!!) those kind of things that only these artists in the world can do.



"Our Love Is Here To Stay".
Beautiful modern pas de deux danced by Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron.



"Tra-La-La".
The other memorable Tap solo by Gene Kelly.

Coffee Time

Sublime masterpiece created by Fred Astaire (as a dancer and choreographer) Lucille Bremer (Fred's partner) Eugene Loring (co-choreographer) Vincente Minnelli (director) and Harry Warren (music). From "Yolanda and the Thief" (MGM,1945).

The Pirate (MGM,1948)

One of the greatest musicals of the movie history. Great direction by Minnelli, nice script, beautiful sets, costumes and colors, good song numbers, but above all, masterpiece dance numbers created and performed by Gene Kelly. Music by Cole Porter.

"Niña".
Unforgettable tour de force by Kelly 🎺 🎼 🎭 🎻 🎥

"Be a Clown".
Gene Kelly with the Nicholas brothers, memorable modern dance number.



"Mack the Black".
Good song number by Judy Garland.



"Love of My Life".
Another nice song number performed by Judy Garland.



"Be a Clown" (reprise).
Enjoyable finale with Judy and Gene.