A scene from the Busby Berkeley musical extravaganza 'Palmy Days' 1931 #theforgottensplendour #palmydays #busbyberkely #1930s #oldhollywood #oldhollywoodstars #oldhollywoodfilms #oldhollywoodglamour #TheGoldenAgeofHollywood #starsofthesilverscreen #starsofthestageandscreen #vintagereels #classicreels #vintagefilms #classicfilms #classicmovies #musicals #movieclips #dancenumber #blackandwhitefilms #iconicfilms #iconicstars #nostalgia #oldies #showgirls #starlets #hollywoodstarlets | The Forgotten

Berkeley William Enos (November 29, 1895 – March 14, 1976)known professionally as Busby Berkeley, was an American film director and musical choreographer. Berkeley devised elaborate musical production numbers that has often involved complex geometric patterns. His work used large numbers of showgirls and props as fantasy elements in kaleidoscopic on-screen performances. | Club Cranium

Celebrate the legacy of Busby Berkeley on his birthday with THE ESSENTIALS VOL. 2 author Jeremy Arnold as he discusses Berkeley’s unique directing style and iconic choreography. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

Busby Berkeley's style of kaleidoscopic choreography and geometric set pieces have enthralled generations of audiences. From Beyoncé to Harry Styles, artists continue to be inspired by Berkeley's unforgettable aesthetic. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM