4K views · 183 reactions | James Cagney, song and dance celebration! https://www.warnerbros.com/movies/footlight-parade/ #WACback #WAC10 | Warner Classics | Facebook

49 reactions · 6 comments | James Cagney, song and dance celebration! https://www.warnerbros.com/movies/footlight-parade/ #WACback #WAC10 | Warner Classics | Facebook

Footlight Parade (1933) Human Waterfall "By A Waterfall" by Dick Powell Footlight Parade is a 1933 American pre-Code musical film starring James Cagney, Joan Blondell, Ruby Keeler and Dick Powell and featuring Frank McHugh, Guy Kibbee, Hugh Herbert and Ruth Donnelly. The film was written by Manuel Seff and James Seymour based on a story by Robert Lord and Peter Milne, and was directed by Lloyd Bacon, with musical numbers created and directed by Busby Berkeley. The film's songs were written by Ha

Berkeley William Enos (November 29, 1895 – March 14, 1976)known professionally as Busby Berkeley, was an American film director and musical choreographer. Berkeley devised elaborate musical production numbers that has often involved complex geometric patterns. His work used large numbers of showgirls and props as fantasy elements in kaleidoscopic on-screen performances. | Club Cranium

11K views · 642 reactions | Celebrate the legacy of Busby Berkeley on his birthday with THE ESSENTIALS VOL. 2 author Jeremy Arnold as he discusses Berkeley’s unique directing style and iconic choreography. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM | Facebook

Busby Berkeley's style of kaleidoscopic choreography and geometric set pieces have enthralled generations of audiences. From Beyoncé to Harry Styles, artists continue to be inspired by Berkeley's unforgettable aesthetic. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM