Merely Marvelous: The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon
Merely Marvelous: The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon

Merely Marvelous: The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon

August 03, 2019 | 76 min

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.

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Documentary

Cast

Naomi Scott

Gwen Verdon

Naomi Scott

Nicole Fosse

Naomi Scott

Jim Henagan Jr.

Naomi Scott

Chita Rivera

Naomi Scott

Charlotte d'Amboise

Naomi Scott

Harvey Evans

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