Question 1

What was Gene Kelly's original intention for 'Invitation to the Dance'?

Accepted Answer

Gene Kelly intended to educate mainstream audiences about professional dancing, casting Europe's greatest dancers for four segments and appearing only in the cut 'Popular Song' segment. MGM forced him to appear in all segments, which many professionals saw as a weakness.

Question 2

Why did MGM delay the release of 'Invitation to the Dance'?

Accepted Answer

MGM executives doubted the film's box-office appeal, so they held it back until May 15, 1956, for national release and May 22 for a Manhattan opening. Their doubts were confirmed when the innovative all-dancing project failed to make money.

Question 3

Which royal family attended a screening of the film at the Edinburgh International Film Festival in 1957?

Accepted Answer

Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, and Princess Margaret attended a screening of the film during their first visit to the Edinburgh International Film Festival in 1957.

Question 4

What was the deleted segment 'Dance Me a Song' composed of?

Accepted Answer

The deleted segment 'Dance Me a Song' was comprised of popular tunes.

Question 5

Which festival featured 'Invitation to the Dance' in 1956?

Accepted Answer

The film was part of the Berlin International Film Festival in 1956.

Invitation to the Dance

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