What an incredible example of what a dancer can be. Gene Kelly incorporated classical ballet technique with tap and jazz to make such memorable movie moments.
ikr Kelly always seemed to be floating; the way he held himself, the fact that he made it seem effortless, and he was in sheer ecstasy with the joy of dance. If old Pavarotti is singing for God up there, Kelly is dancing.
Gene Kelly simply spellbinding, an insurmountable talent that must light up heaven as he dis our hearts when alive. The world is a little dimmer now his light is no longer here.
The shoes! I can picture little Michael Jackson going bananas watching this. The influence is so palpable. Ah legends learning from legends. Why wasn’t I alive back then?
I love, respect and admire Michael Jackson.Your opinion is irrelevant to me. So, if you don’t need my validation like I don’t need yours, please stop spamming me.
I'm a 16 year old guy and i literally teared up at the end.. Gene is extraordinary.. This is probably my favorite scene of all time..everything from the footwork to the lighting drives me speechless.. I was truly born in the wrong decade..
I saw this movie yesterday for the first time and I can't stop thinking about it. I even dreamt Gene and Judy yesterday night. I didn't expect it to be so good! Gene's character is a little bit different than the usual and his chemistry with her is just AWESOME.
This was really fun to watch.. You've got good dancing, good music, good entertainment and Gene Kelly, what more could you want? ;) Good times.. Is there anybody else here that is 15 years old on this page?
I grew up in the 70's and 80's with parents that grew up in the 20's and 30's. I appreciate great performers like Mr. Kelly because I was exposed to it while growing up. Kids today don't understand what real talent is because they are very rarely exposed to it.
I sure missed Gene kelly,he always was my favorite tap dancer i loved the way he perform using diferent styles.I was amazed when he tap with roller skates, I was like How does he do it?!!.I always wanted to meet him and dance with him ,it was on of my dreams when i was a kid.Gene still does inspired me and he is still my idol.
MJ was the king of pop. i agree he could sing amazingly and he had some gd dance moves, HOWEVER Kelly, Astaire, O'conner, Garland, julie andrews and others could do the same moves easily. they are ALL amazing artists so lets just appreciate them and let everyone choose their favorite. MJ made more money and sold more but it is thanks to the oldies that he had a media to go through. remember the oldies didn't have the selling opportunites as MJ. thanks for upload sorry to carry on topic
I don't know how this video got people talking about MJ. If you searched for Gene Kelly you obviously know how fantastic he was - singing, dancing, acting - he is one of a kind and will always remain a favorite amongst generations. Gene Kelly is and will always be my absolute favorite.
Out of the newspapers and squeaky board the ever exceptionally-versatile Mr Gene Kelly was able to create a brilliant,groundbreaking,and commendable solo tap-dance number as one of the main attractions in MGM's Summer Stock.How exuberant,inventive,and well-coordinated his dance steps & his animated interaction with the papers & the plank were.His whistling,his board-tapping,his paper-ripping,and Mr Harry Warren's beautiful music had remarkably produced truly-wonderful sound and pleasant mood.
Athletic & graceful! If You watch carefully, the man was strong in ballet training as he incorporated into a "hip" & amazingly precise masterful piece of physical art that is worthy of his dedication, all around skill as an actor, dancer, & innovator. Amazing!!! Where has this kinda talent gone? It's still around, we just have to want it again!!!
I envy anyone who has never seen this before; the surprise toward the end was such a delight the first time I saw it. My very favorite part is when he gets up on those steps & digs in (4:03-4:09). What a powerpack! I have to scream "woo!" every time I watch it. This highlights GK's innovation & playfulness, and is an island of perfection in a dismal movie made only tolerable by Gene's charm & his chemistry with the heartbreakingly sweet Judy Garland.
Once again have to take my hat off to the master, I just remain speechless at the Genius this most amazing dancer. Thank You Gene Kelly You are truly a master.
Oh I love Summer Stock! Brings back a lot of memories. My parents would only let us watch classic films when we were growing up and my baby brother and I would reenact our favorite scenes and I was always Gene and he was the female lead haha (-: I spent a huge chunk of my childhood dancing on newspapers lol
when Gene Kelly performs everything comes to life and has a rythym..whether he be dancing on newspaper and a sqeaky floor or dancing with a mop and a broom...he uses all thats around him...thats why he's my favorite...
I love this movie, because if you know the back story behind it it's really touching. This was the last film Judy did with MGM and originally Gene wasn't going to do it. He did it for her. His first movie at MGM was with Judy, For Me and My Gal. He was a rare and amazing talent, something that Hollywood is missing today. I don't know if I'm the only one I doubt it, but when you watch these old movies they actually get you to feel something not just enjoy the flashy effects.
I've got to say that someone who can make an entertaining dance with just a newspaper and a squeaky floorboard got to be a pure genius. Don't you agree?
One of the best dance routines ever performed! And he makes it looks so easy so you almost think you can do it yourself, that's true talent if there ever was any...
Ok I usually don't comment on videos but I have to with the superiority that is Gene Kelly. For those that don't understand that this is true talent because there is no "twerking" just stop. This isn't some edited scene clipped together because the actors weren't able to film it in one go. This is one take of precision entertainment and perfection. From an actor who is known for being a stickler for getting every move right. This was a man who was proud of his craft and worked at it until he physically couldn't anymore.
As much as I love the "bigger" stuff he did (the An American in Paris Ballet, Broadway Melody in Singin' in the Rain) he really was best when he kept it simple. So brilliant.
I always loved the scenes where he danced alone. There's really something beautiful about the thought that no one saw him do that, except us the audience. It's like how we all dance in our minds in those moments when we're in love or happy. This is why this scene just made me smile. :)
These are edits for the camera set up, not removed filmed dance material. It's a complete dance as Gene conceived & executed it. Fear not, it's all there! Just exactly what he intended.
I LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!!!!!!! He is dancing with a gosh darn newspaper!!!! LOL!!! I love stars of the past. They actually used their brains to create something VERY creative. You hardly don't see this anymore
+renarga : Lauren, Katherine, Lana too. Bette Davis, we love you. Ladies with an attitude. Fellows that were in the mood. Don't just stand there, let's get to it. Strike a pose, there's nothing to it... Vogue
I think I've watched every episode of "So You Think You can Dance" since it started but there hasn't been anybody that even comes close to this guys talent. I could watch him all day. People probably don't think of dancers as athletes but just try and do what they do and see how that works out for ya.
이 장면을 연출하기 위해서 얼마나 많은 노력을 했을지 상상이 안 간다. 처음부터 끝까지 모든게 다 흐트러짐 하나 없이 완벽하고, 안무 동작들도 다 완벽하고, 안무의 화려함과 절제됨이 적절하게 조절됬다. 그 적절함이 너무 완벽할 정도다. 진짜 이 장면을 연출하기 위해서 얼마나 많은 노력을 했을지 상상도 안 가고, 아무도 이 사람의 노력과 실력을 따라가지 못할 것같다.. 진짜 최고의 아티스트
hello my friend, thanks your post, yes yes totally agreememt with you on that!after i did my post a friend of mine said look into Tony Danza. At first i was like yeah whatever. So glad I looked into it and glad i was wrong about him. Yes Tony is a very good dancer. and Thank you for re-inforcing it as well. Thank you blessed be to you my friend.
Is there anything that man could not do? He.s one of my Hollywood crushes. What a gorgeous man!
simple newspaper+noisy wooden floor+Gene Kelly = a memorable performace!
the talent of this amazing man was infinite!!!!
I wish I had been around when Gene Kelly was alive...;)
This is why i enjoy older films true talent and unique , id take this scene over movies nowadays
What an incredible example of what a dancer can be. Gene Kelly incorporated classical ballet technique with tap and jazz to make such memorable movie moments.
Mi tico grazie insieme
Al grande io ho
Impara to ad apprezzare
Il ballo e quando rivedo
Questo film riprovo
L'è stesse emozioni di
Quundero giovane
Died at 82 , he was a specimen of someone in shape . My father died when he was 83 , he worked hard ,smoked and drank hard. He also loved his pork .
Fantastic Dancing by Gene Kelly. Brilliantly creative. Love you Gene always. ❤️
ikr Kelly always seemed to be floating; the way he held himself, the fact that he made it seem effortless, and he was in sheer ecstasy with the joy of dance. If old Pavarotti is singing for God up there, Kelly is dancing.
Gene Kelly was phenomenal, I am sure he was the ladies idol back then.
Gene Kelly simply spellbinding, an insurmountable talent that must light up heaven as he dis our hearts when alive. The world is a little dimmer now his light is no longer here.
The shoes! I can picture little Michael Jackson going bananas watching this. The influence is so palpable. Ah legends learning from legends. Why wasn’t I alive back then?
I don’t recall asking for your opinion.
I love, respect and admire Michael Jackson.Your opinion is irrelevant to me. So, if you don’t need my validation like I don’t need yours, please stop spamming me.
subseatiger why not just comment on something you like? Or do something productive
RiverBed Flower This is late, but it wasn't an opinion. They did find some shady stuff so it's technically fact.
A person's talent and their personal lives should be viewed separately. You can dislike or hate a person but still acknowledge their talent.
back when you had to be superbly talented to be in front of a camera.
+Sitizen Kane I believe that most today's media people wouldn't be entertainers in the 1930s and 1940s. They wouldn't have enough talent for that.
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Wasn't Elvis acting in front of the camera at this time? /=)
There were plenty of untalented actors in films of that era. The thing is that those films faded into obscurity.
not really actually
Fred Astaire. Gene Kelly. Donald O'Conner.
Three amazing, talented, individuals to ever grace the stage with their dancing.
I'm a 16 year old guy and i literally teared up at the end..
Gene is extraordinary..
This is probably my favorite scene of all time..everything from the footwork to the lighting drives me speechless..
I was truly born in the wrong decade..
ES DEMASIADO REAL! QUE ESPRESIÓN! SERÁ QUE HAY BAILARINES HOY EN DIA CON ESTA EXPRESIÓN Y VERSATILIDAD!! BELLOOO!!
I saw this movie yesterday for the first time and I can't stop thinking about it. I even dreamt Gene and Judy yesterday night. I didn't expect it to be so good! Gene's character is a little bit different than the usual and his chemistry with her is just AWESOME.
This was really fun to watch..
You've got good dancing, good music, good entertainment and Gene Kelly, what more could you want? ;) Good times..
Is there anybody else here that is 15 years old on this page?
GENE KELLY TRULY IS THE GREATEST. i would love to go back in time and see him live
I grew up in the 70's and 80's with parents that grew up in the 20's and 30's. I appreciate great performers like Mr. Kelly because I was exposed to it while growing up. Kids today don't understand what real talent is because they are very rarely exposed to it.
I absolutelly agree, he's just...unbelievable! Nothing gives me grater joy than watching gene kelly dance!
I show Gene's dance to my 5-year-old son and he is always hooked. True genius like him transcends time and generations.
A superb piece of art - still available in Hollywood back then...
there are and will always be talented people...it’s not a thing that suddenly ended...
I sure missed Gene kelly,he always was my favorite tap dancer i loved the way he perform using diferent styles.I was amazed when he tap with roller skates, I was like How does he do it?!!.I always wanted to meet him and dance with him ,it was on of my dreams when i was a kid.Gene still does inspired me and he is still my idol.
MJ was the king of pop. i agree he could sing amazingly and he had some gd dance moves, HOWEVER Kelly, Astaire, O'conner, Garland, julie andrews and others could do the same moves easily. they are ALL amazing artists so lets just appreciate them and let everyone choose their favorite. MJ made more money and sold more but it is thanks to the oldies that he had a media to go through. remember the oldies didn't have the selling opportunites as MJ. thanks for upload sorry to carry on topic
I totally agree with you, he was way ahead of him time...can't find anyone better today that I can watch all day long like Gene!
As a teenager, Gene Kelly was my heartthrob. I was the only person in the early 90's who had a crush on Gene Kelly. Love this man.
Haha I still do
+MsPunk1209 Yeah he's the best - one of my early crushes as well :]
+MsPunk1209 Same here, haha. I think he will already be.
+MsPunk1209 I was the only teenage girl in the 1980s who had a crush on Gene Kelly.
+renarga And I was the only one in the 70's who had a crush on him! Nobody else even knew who he was!
I could watch Gene Kelly dance 24/7 and never get tired of it!!!
What I love most about him is that he made it all look so effortless.
I've got a mad crush on Gene Kelly, amazing athlete and entertainer...le sigh...my heart goes pitter patter baby!
+Sunday Spencer Abnormally talented, and much sexier than any - I said ANY - of today's media guys.
I don't know how this video got people talking about MJ. If you searched for Gene Kelly you obviously know how fantastic he was - singing, dancing, acting - he is one of a kind and will always remain a favorite amongst generations. Gene Kelly is and will always be my absolute favorite.
Out of the newspapers and squeaky board the ever exceptionally-versatile Mr Gene Kelly was able to create a brilliant,groundbreaking,and commendable solo tap-dance number as one of the main attractions in MGM's Summer Stock.How exuberant,inventive,and well-coordinated his dance steps & his animated interaction with the papers & the plank were.His whistling,his board-tapping,his paper-ripping,and Mr Harry Warren's beautiful music had remarkably produced truly-wonderful sound and pleasant mood.
O my God 🙏, what absolutely talented man he was. Brilliant 👍💯
This is one of my favorite movies. Gene Kelly and Judy Garland are simply amazing.
Athletic & graceful! If You watch carefully, the man was strong in ballet training as he incorporated into a "hip" & amazingly precise masterful piece of physical art that is worthy of his dedication, all around skill as an actor, dancer, & innovator. Amazing!!! Where has this kinda talent gone? It's still around, we just have to want it again!!!
I envy anyone who has never seen this before; the surprise toward the end was such a delight the first time I saw it. My very favorite part is when he gets up on those steps & digs in (4:03-4:09). What a powerpack! I have to scream "woo!" every time I watch it. This highlights GK's innovation & playfulness, and is an island of perfection in a dismal movie made only tolerable by Gene's charm & his chemistry with the heartbreakingly sweet Judy Garland.
Gene rehearsed this routine for several weeks. He was a perfectionist.
Brilliant. Who can make hours, or years of practice look spontaneous, as if he was just messing around? Gene Kelly. :)
That Gene Kelly MAGIC! he was so very very talented and handsome and amazing.
It's from the 1950 film Summer Stock. Also, this was Gene Kelly's last pairing with Judy Garland.
Such a great dancer.
Once again have to take my hat off to the master, I just remain speechless at
the Genius this most amazing dancer. Thank You Gene Kelly You are truly a master.
I was literally in a trance watching this man dance. One of the best dancers ever.
Sigh. Thank you, Gene Kelly, for cheering me up on a dismal night. Watching you dance -- it's like watching an angel. Divine Perfection.
Oh I love Summer Stock! Brings back a lot of memories. My parents would only let us watch classic films when we were growing up and my baby brother and I would reenact our favorite scenes and I was always Gene and he was the female lead haha (-:
I spent a huge chunk of my childhood dancing on newspapers lol
The natural talent of Gene Kelly is unbelievable. I loved this video, Thanks for posting !!!
when Gene Kelly performs everything comes to life and has a rythym..whether he be dancing on newspaper and a sqeaky floor or dancing with a mop and a broom...he uses all thats around him...thats why he's my favorite...
I love this movie, because if you know the back story behind it it's really touching. This was the last film Judy did with MGM and originally Gene wasn't going to do it. He did it for her. His first movie at MGM was with Judy, For Me and My Gal. He was a rare and amazing talent, something that Hollywood is missing today. I don't know if I'm the only one I doubt it, but when you watch these old movies they actually get you to feel something not just enjoy the flashy effects.
I've got to say that someone who can make an entertaining dance with just a newspaper and a squeaky floorboard got to be a pure genius. Don't you agree?
Gene Kelly was such a phenomenal talent, who inspired so many in his day and today... no one can ever hold a candle to this man's talent and genius.
One of the best dance routines ever performed! And he makes it looks so easy so you almost think you can do it yourself, that's true talent if there ever was any...
Ok I usually don't comment on videos but I have to with the superiority that is Gene Kelly. For those that don't understand that this is true talent because there is no "twerking" just stop. This isn't some edited scene clipped together because the actors weren't able to film it in one go. This is one take of precision entertainment and perfection. From an actor who is known for being a stickler for getting every move right. This was a man who was proud of his craft and worked at it until he physically couldn't anymore.
This isn't one take. There's a break at 3:20. And another at 4:00. And another at 4:15.
@@doctordank lol 😂😂😂 was still ACE tho 😊
@@doctordank
No mobile cams back then.
Had to go to the cam focused on the top of the stairs.
Has anyone else noticed that Gene's socks were usually white, while Fred's usually matched his shirt?
As much as I love the "bigger" stuff he did (the An American in Paris Ballet, Broadway Melody in Singin' in the Rain) he really was best when he kept it simple. So brilliant.
A dance of curiosity, exuberance and joy. He gave us a lot of that.
Isn't it amazing how much fun you can have with just a squeaky floorboard, a newspaper and a pair of tap shoes......
I always loved the scenes where he danced alone. There's really something beautiful about the thought that no one saw him do that, except us the audience. It's like how we all dance in our minds in those moments when we're in love or happy. This is why this scene just made me smile. :)
It is amazing what he did. He could take a squeeky floorboard and a newspaper that he tap danced on. How clever yet facinating.
Even without a coat and a hat, Gene Fred Astaire sang and danced to the
wall. For me, the best dancer at that time, and not to forget a beautiful man.
This scene and Judy Garland's haunting rendition of Friendly Star are the reasons why this is my all time favourite movie.
So Beautiful!!! I love you Gene!!
The Great Gene Kelly. Simply amazing
These are edits for the camera set up, not removed filmed dance material. It's a complete dance as Gene conceived & executed it. Fear not, it's all there! Just exactly what he intended.
Try to find this combination of joy, humor, sensuality, and technical excellence today!
+Benjamin David It's nowhere to be seen. :( Now we give awards to women who's only talent is to shake their ass.
Ein Tänzer mit Herz und liebe ❤❤❤war meine Jugend ❤
I love how he sees beautiful music in everything. I wish I could do that everyday.
¡Qué genial!
Magnífico aporte; te lo agradezco en el alma.
Gene Kelly: cuánto sentí y siento su partida. Alegra mi vida, tanto, tanto...
He is truly awe inspiring. I find that I am so very lucky to witness such talent even when he's gone.
he is awesome...pretty much hes my inspiration because iv been dancing for 9 years and i hope to be good like him!
Gene Kelly was just good, as I kid I watched his movies even tho they weren't really my type of genre' to watch.
I love how he creates a wonderful dance with a squeaky board, and a buch of newspapers!!!!!!!!
i miss these kind of movies.
this is so incredibly creative. and i love how happy he looks when hes dancing. ike hes just so content with life. :)
Brilliant. I wish I was alive during this era.
this dance is awesome! it shows how you can make music with almost anything around you. Gene Kelly is a dancing legend! : )
Gene Kelly最高〜♡♡♡♡♡こんな人なかなか、出てこないですよね！アップ有難う〜
i never tire of watching a genius at work
Wow. This is possibly the most extraordinary Gene Kelly's tap dancing scene ever.
One of my favorite dance scenes. I just love how he moved.
I LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!!!!!!! He is dancing with a gosh darn newspaper!!!! LOL!!!
I love stars of the past. They actually used their brains to create something VERY creative. You hardly don't see this anymore
It's incredible. How can anyone be that cool?! I still have a crush on Gene. He's so underrated nowadays...
One of the great dancers of all time.
Unbeliavable!!! Was that done in 1 shot!?!? True class. I bet he ad libbed half of it.... incredible.
Impressionnant ! Inoubliable Gene Kelly !
I love watching his dance.
Making me smile :)
même en sifflant sa voix est juste extraordinaire!! quel talent
Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers... dance on air!
+EctoBuzz they had style, they had grace!
+Nicole Wright Rita Hayworth gave good face.
+renarga : Lauren, Katherine, Lana too. Bette Davis, we love you.
Ladies with an attitude. Fellows that were in the mood. Don't just stand there, let's get to it. Strike a pose, there's nothing to it...
Vogue
Nothing needs to be said, it's just incredible. It speaks for itself really!!!
He's the best.
reminds us how even simple things like a newspaper on the floor or a creeky piepe of floor can be made beautiful, with a little inginuity. Wonderful
You can totally imagine that Gene Kelly does this at home randomly lol
LOVE IT AND THIS MOVIE
I think I've watched every episode of "So You Think You can Dance" since it started but there hasn't been anybody that even comes close to this guys talent. I could watch him all day. People probably don't think of dancers as athletes but just try and do what they do and see how that works out for ya.
I agree 👍 and disagree. What about Fred Astaire. 💯 Absolutely amazing
I've always had a crush on him. And I love "You, Wonderful, You"... Which Rob & Laura danced to on the DVD Show :)
이 장면을 연출하기 위해서 얼마나 많은 노력을 했을지 상상이 안 간다. 처음부터 끝까지 모든게 다 흐트러짐 하나 없이 완벽하고, 안무 동작들도 다 완벽하고, 안무의 화려함과 절제됨이 적절하게 조절됬다. 그 적절함이 너무 완벽할 정도다. 진짜 이 장면을 연출하기 위해서 얼마나 많은 노력을 했을지 상상도 안 가고, 아무도 이 사람의 노력과 실력을 따라가지 못할 것같다.. 진짜 최고의 아티스트
I'm loving this. Gene Kelly's awesome.
Every thing about this has detail... even that little creaky floor sound at the end !
i know nothing about this form of dance but that was AMAZING. such great use of his surroundings.
he is a legend!
This little big man brings a smile on my face!
that moment you have the brake room to yourself at work
Yep. Free from the restraints of others. Getting into an all-time high until something else catches the eye's interest.
And dance like no one is watching 💃😁
hello my friend, thanks your post, yes yes totally agreememt with you on that!after i did my post a friend of mine said look into Tony Danza. At first i was like yeah whatever. So glad I looked into it and glad i was wrong about him. Yes Tony is a very good dancer. and Thank you for re-inforcing it as well.
Thank you
blessed be to you my friend.
i remember watching this as a kid and thinking it was the most amazing thing i had ever seen. i love when he rips the newspapers apart!