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Berkeley William Enos, (November 29, 1895 – March 14, 1976) [1] known professionally as Busby Berkeley, was an American film director and musical choreographer. Berkeley devised elaborate musical production numbers that often involved complex geometric patterns.
Busby Berkeley (born November 29, 1895, Los Angeles, California, U.S.—died March 14, 1976, Palm Springs, California) was an American motion-picture director and choreographer who was noted for the elaborate dancing-girl extravaganzas that he created on film.
Busby Berkeley was a pioneer of musical film choreography, known for his elaborate and extravagant dance numbers. He worked for Warner Brothers, MGM and 20th Century-Fox, and directed stars like Judy Garland, Gene Kelly and Eleanor Powell.
Busby Berkeley was one of the greatest choreographers of the US movie musical. He started his career in the US Army in 1918, as a lieutenant in the artillery conducting and directing parades.
Jul 11, 2018 · His set pieces are legend, his showgirls are legion. Here’s your crash course in the master of Hollywood escapism: Busby Berkeley.
Oct 28, 2019 · At first glance, legendary director and choreographer Busby Berkeley’s filmography might seem daunting: in his golden years between 1933-35, for example, his name was attached to no fewer than 14 pictures. But the effort is well worth it.
Learn about Busby Berkeley, a Hollywood director and choreographer known for his elaborate musical numbers and geometric patterns. See his biography, filmography, awards, and trivia on TMDB.
