Backstage musical in which the leading lady sprains her ankle before the first night and is replaced by a chorus girl (Ruby Keeler). With dance sequences by Busby Berkeley. This film about a Broadway musical was the basis for an actual Broadway musical. In black and white, though a colourised version exists.
The film that launched the Golden Age of Hollywood musicals, 42nd Street traces the creation of a Broadway show from its first casting call to its blockbuster opening night-when the leading lady twists her ankle anda young chorus girl (Ruby Keeler) takes her place and becomes a star.
Additional information
Weight | 0.1 kg |
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brand | Warner Baxter |
dimensions | 19 x 13.5 x 1.4 cm; 80 Grams |