Week 1 Video Reviews
Top Hat, 1935, Dancing Cheek to Cheek
Artist's Name:
Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers were one of the most famous couples that danced together in early Hollywood films.
Song Title:
This song is titled "Dancing Cheek to Cheek"
Year:
The movie was made in 1935.
Narrative of Video:
This video opens with a close-up of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers as they begin to dance together. Astaire begins to sing “Dancing Cheek to Cheek” as they glide along the floor. The camera continues to move to a wider angle until we see a complete view of the pair dancing across the floor inside what appears to be a Greek style mansion.
How the Music and Video Relate:
The video and the music work very well. The music is enchanting and I don't think anyone can dance as gracefully as Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.
Review:
This is a very good example of the many elaborate dance numbers that were featured in Hollywood films during this early era.