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Merely Marvelous: The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon (2019)

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.

  • Documentary

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Gwen VerdonGwen VerdonSelf (archive footage)
  • Photo of Bob FosseBob FosseSelf (archive footage)
  • Photo of Nicole FosseNicole FosseSelf
  • Photo of Jim Henagan Jr.Jim Henagan Jr.Self
  • Photo of Chita RiveraChita RiveraSelf
  • Photo of Charlotte d'AmboiseCharlotte d'AmboiseSelf
  • Photo of Harvey EvansHarvey EvansSelf
  • Photo of Tab HunterTab HunterSelf
  • Photo of Lee Roy ReamsLee Roy ReamsSelf
  • Photo of Helen GallagherHelen GallagherSelf

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