Films/DVD Asylum

Posted by Harmonia (A) on September 02, 2009 at 18:41:59

In Reply to: RE: Whatever happened to elegance? posted by danj on August 19, 2009 at 08:45:17

...movie musicals ever made - the dance numbers are transcendant. And it had the perfect casting of Astaire and Rogers - his natural elegance and her moxy made a powerful combination. This movie represented the best in film musicals and was the culmination of years of evolution from musical/comedy theater on stage.

These folks were all experienced pros, who worked like dogs to make it all look effortless.

Set in a fantasy world of refinement and carefree prosperity that depression audiences could enjoy at least vicariously, Top Hat struck all the right notes (pun intended) - I know I still wish I could be swept off my feet by Astaire and dance my way to happiness.