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Meet Me in Las Vegas

Although no slouch as an actress, it was her fancy footwork that defined her, in roles from “Singin’ in the Rain” to “Brigadoon.” In that aspect, it’s difficult to separate the performer from the character she plays in the 1956 MGM musical “Meet Me in Las Vegas.” She plays Maria, a ballerina married to her […]

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Invitation to the Dance

Warner Archive’s burn-on-demand “Invitation to the Dance” makes for a great intro. The 1956 picture is among the most rare of cinematic sub-genres: the dance anthology. Completely silent, the film is divided into three segments, each showcasing a different style, all starring Kelly, who directed and choreographed this pet project. It’s like the Whitman’s Sampler […]

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