Broadway Melody of 1936 facts for kids
Broadway Melody of 1936 is a fun American musical movie from 1935. It was directed by Roy Del Ruth and featured many famous stars like Jack Benny, Eleanor Powell, Robert Taylor, Una Merkel, Sid Silvers, Buddy Ebsen, and June Knight. This movie was released by a big film studio called Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
The film was very popular and received three nominations for the prestigious Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars. It even won one Academy Award in 1936!
About the Movie
Broadway Melody of 1936 is a musical film, which means it tells a story through songs and dances. It's part of a series of "Broadway Melody" movies made by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. These movies often showed the exciting world of theater and show business.
Key Stars
- Eleanor Powell: She was a famous dancer, known for her amazing tap dancing skills. She brought a lot of energy to the movie with her performances.
- Jack Benny: A well-known comedian and actor, he added humor to the film.
- Robert Taylor: He was a handsome leading man in Hollywood during that time.
Awards and Recognition
The movie was recognized for its quality at the 1936 Academy Awards. It was nominated for:
- Best Picture
- Best Dance Direction
- Best Original Song (for "I've Got a Feelin' You're Foolin'")
It won the Academy Award for Best Dance Direction, which shows how impressive the dance numbers in the film were!
