Published: March 14, 2025; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa
Address: 742 10th Avenue New York, NY 10019, United States
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“Swing Time” (1936), directed by George Stevens, is a classic musical romantic comedy starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The film follows Lucky Garnett (Astaire), a charming but irresponsible dancer and gambler, who is set to marry his fiancée, Margaret Watson (Betty Furness). However, when his fellow performers conspire to delay the wedding, Lucky heads to New York City to earn $25,000 to prove his worth.
In New York, Lucky meets Penny Carroll (Rogers), a talented dance instructor, and the two quickly form a sparkling partnership, both on and off the dance floor. As they prepare for a performance together, romantic feelings blossom, complicating Lucky’s engagement. Filled with iconic musical numbers, including the timeless “Never Gonna Dance” and “The Way You Look Tonight,” “Swing Time” is a delightful blend of romance, humor, and dazzling choreography, cementing Astaire and Rogers as one of Hollywood’s most legendary duos.
Time: 11:00 am — 1:00 pm EST
Free!
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