Part 1 of the Warren and Dubin showstopper, sung by Wini Shaw, designed by Busby Berkeley. Check out my Comic Spirit blog for thoughts about classic Hollywood comedies at comicspiritblog.wordpress.com/
Creativity on this level simply doesn't exist anymore on screen. Glad to know the name of the singer Wini Shaw, who delivered this Oscar-winning song in boffo style.
Some Early-Musical Movie Magic by the masterful Busby Berkeley! Musicals have come a long way in 6y (iirc, the first cracks at musicals were in ‘29?!?)…Stunning camerawork, dancing and of course, singing by Ms. Shaw.
Berkley really was a genius. It wasn't just overhead shots of dancers assuming geometric patterns. His best stuff in the thirties always told a story in visually arresting ways.
You are so right. The internet is so mentally challenged that this comment of pure insight and taste is not acknowledged. You know your stuff, Lita. Bravo to this song, performance, film; and to you for appreciating it!!
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This piece reflects not only the great talents of Busby Berkeley, but also those of composer Harry Warren and lyricist Al Dubin, who collaborated on other musicals as well, including 42nd Street.
