That's Dancing! (1985)

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Title: That's Dancing!

Genre: Documentary, Music

Cast: Mikhail Baryshnikov, Ray Bolger, Sammy Davis Jr., Gene Kelly, Liza Minnelli, Tommy Abbott, Fred Astaire, Robert Banas, Jennifer Beals, David Bean, Francesca Bellini, Busby Berkeley, Erik Bruhn, James Cagney, Cyd Charisse, Carole D'Andrea, Dan Dailey, George Chakiris, Arlene Dahl, Leroy Daniels, Gloria DeHaven, Isadora Duncan, Buddy Ebsen, Taina Elg, Harvey Evans, Eliot Feld, Bob Fosse, Loïe Fuller, Judy Garland, Betty Garrett, Kathryn Grayson, Barbara Hancock, Carol Haney, Robert Helpmann, Tab Hunter, Michael Jackson, Marine Jahan, Zizi Jeanmaire, Danny Kaye, Howard Keel, Ruby Keeler, Paula Kelly, Michael Kidd, Frances Langford, Charles Laskey, Shirley MacLaine, Bert Michaels, Ann Miller, Una Merkel, Patsy Ruth Miller, Tony Mordente, George Murphy, Fayard Nicholas, Harold Nicholas, Rudolf Nureyev, Donald O'Connor, Susan Oakes, Anna Pavlova, Lauren Peterson, Dick Powell, Eleanor Powell, Jane Powell, Harve Presnell, Juliet Prowse, Ron Randell, Chita Rivera, Ginger Rogers, Alex Romero, Reiko Sato, Wini Shaw, Moira Shearer, Phil Silvers, Sid Silvers, Red Skelton, Tucker Smith, Lyle Talbot, Russ Tamblyn, Lilyan Tashman, Scooter Teague, Shirley Temple, Tamara Toumanova, Gina Trikonis, Bobby Van, Vera-Ellen, Gwen Verdon, Esther Williams, David Winters, Yuriko, Vera Zorina, Debbie Reynolds, Bill Robinson, John Travolta, James Stewart, Jennifer Beals, Cary Grant, Shirley MacLaine, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Michael Jackson, Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh, Mickey Rooney, Lucille Ball, Bob Fosse, Jack Haley

Release: 1985-01-18

Runtime: 105

Plot: 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.

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Title: That's Dancing!

Genre: Documentary, Music

Director: Jack Haley Jr.

Cast: Mikhail Baryshnikov, Ray Bolger, Sammy Davis Jr., Gene Kelly, Liza Minnelli, Tommy Abbott, Fred Astaire, Robert Banas, Jennifer Beals, David Bean, Francesca Bellini, Busby Berkeley, Erik Bruhn, James Cagney, Cyd Charisse, Carole D'Andrea, Dan Dailey, George Chakiris, Arlene Dahl, Leroy Daniels, Gloria DeHaven, Isadora Duncan, Buddy Ebsen, Taina Elg, Harvey Evans, Eliot Feld, Bob Fosse, Loïe Fuller, Judy Garland, Betty Garrett, Kathryn Grayson, Barbara Hancock, Carol Haney, Robert Helpmann, Tab Hunter, Michael Jackson, Marine Jahan, Zizi Jeanmaire, Danny Kaye, Howard Keel, Ruby Keeler, Paula Kelly, Michael Kidd, Frances Langford, Charles Laskey, Shirley MacLaine, Bert Michaels, Ann Miller, Una Merkel, Patsy Ruth Miller, Tony Mordente, George Murphy, Fayard Nicholas, Harold Nicholas, Rudolf Nureyev, Donald O'Connor, Susan Oakes, Anna Pavlova, Lauren Peterson, Dick Powell, Eleanor Powell, Jane Powell, Harve Presnell, Juliet Prowse, Ron Randell, Chita Rivera, Ginger Rogers, Alex Romero, Reiko Sato, Wini Shaw, Moira Shearer, Phil Silvers, Sid Silvers, Red Skelton, Tucker Smith, Lyle Talbot, Russ Tamblyn, Lilyan Tashman, Scooter Teague, Shirley Temple, Tamara Toumanova, Gina Trikonis, Bobby Van, Vera-Ellen, Gwen Verdon, Esther Williams, David Winters, Yuriko, Vera Zorina, Debbie Reynolds, Bill Robinson, John Travolta, James Stewart, Jennifer Beals, Cary Grant, Shirley MacLaine, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Michael Jackson, Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh, Mickey Rooney, Lucille Ball, Bob Fosse, Jack Haley

Status: Released

Release: Jan 17, 1985

Runtime: 105

Plot: 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.

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"That's Dancing!" is a fascinating documentary film directed by Jack Haley Jr., released on January 17, 1985. This film serves as a vibrant celebration of dance in cinema, tracing its evolution from the early days of film to the dynamic dance scenes of the 1980s.

With an impressive cast that includes legends like Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, and Michael Jackson, the documentary provides a comprehensive look at the art of dance across several decades. It explores the influence of various dance styles and highlights iconic performances that have graced the silver screen.

The film is part of a series of documentaries produced by MGM, which also includes "That's Entertainment!" and its sequels. These films collectively showcase the rich history of Hollywood musicals and the timeless appeal of dance and music in film.

"That's Dancing!" not only entertains but also educates viewers about the cultural significance and artistic evolution of dance in the film industry. It's a must-watch for anyone interested in the history of cinema and the performing arts.
 
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