A History of Movie Musicals: Gotta Sing, Gotta Dance

320 pages
Edited by John Kobal
30 x 22,5 cm 
Language: English
Hardback 
Publisher: Exeter Books
Revised edition
1983

A comprehensive exploration of the Hollywood musical film genre. This richly illustrated volume covers the evolution of movie musicals from their early beginnings in the late 1920s to their golden age and beyond.

The book delves into the key stars, directors, and choreographers who shaped the genre, from Busby Berkeley’s dazzling spectacle films to the elegance of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, and the innovation of later musical masterpieces. It also examines the cultural and technological shifts that influenced musicals over time.

Filled with behind-the-scenes stories, vibrant photographs, and detailed analysis, Gotta Sing, Gotta Dance serves as both a historical account and a celebration of the enduring magic of musical cinema.