The movie thrives and survives on Berkeley's genius; for all his spectacular theatrical flair, he's a sociobiologist in rhythm.
Gold Diggers of 1933
THE BIGGEST SHOW ON EARTH!
1933 · 1h 37m · UNRATED
Comedy, Drama
Directed by
Mervyn LeRoy
Overview
When all Broadway shows are shut down during the Depression, a trio of desperate showgirls scheme to bilk a repugnant high society man of his money to keep their show going.
Director and cast
- Mervyn LeRoy Director
- Warren William as J. Lawrence Bradford
- Joan Blondell as Carol King
- Aline MacMahon as Trixie Lorraine
- Ruby Keeler as Polly Parker
- Dick Powell as Brad Roberts (Robert Treat Bradford)
- Guy Kibbee as Fanuel H. Peabody
- Ned Sparks as Barney Hopkins
- Ginger Rogers as Fay Fortune
- Busby Berkeley as Call Boy
- Billy Barty as Baby in "Petttin' in the Park' Number
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