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Merely Marvelous: The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon
7.3 / 10• 2019• 1h 16m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
Merely Marvelous is a celebration of the art and life of Broadway's greatest dancing star, Gwen Verdon. She overcame many obstacles, including rickets, the Hollywood system, a loveless first marriage and a difficult second marriage to choreographer/director Bob Fosse, to become a multi-Tony Award-winning performer. Gwen's life is told through interviews with family members and theatre associates as well as a mine of rare footage from her Broadway and Hollywood careers. Merely Marvelous is the story of a brave woman who rose to the very top of her profession.
Cast & Crew
Gwen Verdon
Self (archive footage)
Lead
Bob Fosse
Self (archive footage)
Nicole Fosse
Self
JH
Jim Henagan Jr.
Self
Chita Rivera
Self
Charlotte d'Amboise
Self
Harvey Evans
Self
Tab Hunter
Self
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Ken Bloom's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Merely Marvelous: The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
