Wrapping Up: Gene Kelly Course at the National Media Museum (UK)
This entry is part 6 of 6 in the series Gene Kelly: National Media Museum.Helen wraps up her discussion of the Gene Kelly course at the National Media Museum… [Entire series here.] In the last session of our course we looked at Gene Kelly’s later career and legacy, beginning with his labour of love Invitation to the Dance (1956). Made in Europe but still in the MGM style, the experimental film tells three stories through dance, no dialogue. A clip of the “Sinbad the Sailor”...
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This entry is part 3 of 16 in the series 100 Reasons to Celebrate Gene Kelly.We’re still counting down to Gene Kelly’s centennial, August 23, 2012. Today, two more fans celebrate: “I have always loved Gene Kelly’s films, but I’m amazed at how much my daughter admires and appreciates him. At 10 years old, she’s a huge fan, and it’s great to see that Gene hasn’t lost his appeal! His musicals are so lively and fun that they reach out to young viewers...
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