I saw an interview of both of them about the time this movie premiered. Each was full of praise to the other. Baryshnikov commented that learning Hines' style was very hard for him. He said that the tap and jazz styles required a relaxed foot and loosened spine and that the focus came mostly from the thighs--a complete opposite of the training he'd had all his life. Kudos to both for absorbing enough from each other to produce this amazing dance.
Rereading what I wrote brought back a long-forgotten memory of another two utterly dissimilar artists who managed to create a bit of magic, this time from television. Luciano Pavarotti, reigning king of opera enthusiastically agreed to spend some time with one of country music's legends, Loretta Lynn. Loretta, for her part, was shy and absolutely terrified of performing in front of the elegant and sophisticated operatic giant, but Pavoratti was almost as famous for his charm as he was for his soaring voice and he coaxed a couple of songs out of her, my favorite being the evocative and touching "Pregnant again", beautifully shown in part three of the three part sequence. Regrettably, I can't find the whole thing, only bits, none of which feature Pavarotti singing. But watch him melt in Part 3. Part 3: th-cam.com/video/HBuvnnFHvYs/w-d-xo.html --Watch Pavarotti's expression as the song progresses Part 2: th-cam.com/video/SumkCRtCyXg/w-d-xo.html --Loretta sings again Part 1: th-cam.com/video/iiW46-57lWk/w-d-xo.html --Just a glimpse of the opening
Danny Jane, I thought the same thing watching this, that it must’ve been so difficult for Baryshnikov to change his lifelong style. What amazing talent!
@Just me Just me Perhaps he's less precise, but his arms and shoulders are more emotive and active than Baryshnikov's more static frame. Don't mistake different styles for lower caliber.
I think I’ve watched this 100 times Gregory Hines loss hurts the art world and the thought of Gregory Hines teaching Baryshnikov just makes me smile because Misha was so humble about learning I will never get tired of watching this. If I’m upset about something this is my go to.
Legendary dancer and choreographer Twyla Tharp did this choreography! She has spoken and written about how interesting and challenging it was to create steps and flow that highlighted both of their formidable yet very different skills without favoring one over the other. Possibly the 1st (and best) ballet "pas de deux" for two men, ever. Brava, Twyla. 🌹
J'aime ce film qui a réuni deux grands danseurs. J'aime l'élégance, la grâce, la fluidité, la légèreté, le côté félin et la précision de Mikhail Baryshnikov.
@@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131 a little more nuanced than that I think. Though the ballet is regimented in some ways. But I saw nothing brutish about either performance 🕊️
@@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131 there's no need to denigrate one style to compliment the other. Line dancing is not brute force. It has it's own grace. It just clearly is not Ballet and doesn't require the same relentless training . Neither do Linedancers generally have to starve themselves or ruin their feet as Ballet dancers frequently do.
Baryshnikov has perfection: every move stopped at any second is picture-worthy gracious. Hynes is excellent but he looks a bit plain next to Baryshnikov. :)
Not only two brilliant dancers but also equally brilliant camerawork. It takes a true cinematographer to keep up with not only the actual chroeography but the soul and nuance of this scene. The more I watch it the more I'm impressed with how beautifully it's shot.
So true. And full body shots so we can see the dancing! Someone please show this to the producers of TV dance shows who just give endless facial close-ups. Who cares? What are their feet & bodies doing?!
Absolutely. A variation on the "backwards and in high heels" trope re: ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. Unseen choreography at work. Probably no high heels, tho!
What I love about this is the fact that we can actually notice the different backgrounds of each dancer. They're both great and do the same thing but in a diverse way.
@@YahooMurray I saw him also, dancing with the Bolshoi Ballet. Exactly as you said- it's like he floated down to the ground slower than everybody else. It was an amazing thing to see.
Forgive me Lord, but all I could see was Baryshnikov (and, I'm ashamed to say, that I thought that whoever suggested this to Gregory Hines ((who in any other setting, I love)) was no friend).
This scene showcases just how great both of them are. It's not easy for a ballet dancer to branch out so fluidly, but Baryshnikov does it so well. And Hines was one of the best tap dancers at this time, and you can see it here. They mesh so perfectly, I love this movie!
Interesting to watch the different interpretations of the same moves. Baryshnikov always points his toes and fingers and focuses on getting his extremities gracefully outlined. Hines is more centered in his power, lands more squarely on his heels instead of toes, focuses on his hips and chest and personal core strength. Both are beautiful and elegant, but very different in their subtleties.
Marialla They somewhat remind me of the comparisons between Astaire and Kelly. One of the main differences I’ve read about said that Astaire’s center of gravity was higher, as is often the case with shorter people, and Kelly’s was lower. I can see that in all the close to the ground moves, spins, etc, which Kelly did, while Astaire stretched up more often. That also accentuates the difference in what was said to be Astaire’s more elegant style, and Kelly’s more athletic style.
Hines is more loose, while Baryshnikov is more structured. Like two lead guitar players where one is classically trained and the other is all feel. Both achieve the desired outcome.
Two totally different dance styles but synergized so homogeneously. Gregory Hines is a "tap" dancer & of course, Baryshnikov, the preeminent ballet dancer in his prime. The distinctions you noted supports both their unique dance styles.
Two amazingly talented dancers. We are all so privileged to have been blessed with their style and grace. RIP Gregory Hines - gone way too soon.💔💔💔 Baryshnikov still going strong at 74 as a director and choreographer.💖💖💖
I remember when Gregory died. I was on my way back from AZ to the Midwest after getting a call my mother also passed. I was trying to drive straight through, had to stop at hotel just got too tired. And then heard in the news about Gregory, he had liver cancer ( I believe) but hardly anyone knew. Gosh , I really felt bad about him, had just seen him perform and was one of the few great dancers we had. He was so young too. Been a long time. Time is sure going by so fast, so many ‘gone’ too. 💔. 😪
Sammy Davis Jr. was a guest at a performance by Hines. Hines urged him on-stage. (Davis was dying of cancer and this was his last public performance.) I was worried. Davis was obviously weak and ill. But with every step he took towards the stage, power grew in him. Stunning. Davis did an unplanned short routine. Hines got down and kissed his feet! As Davis walked back to his seat, the power left him. It was immensely touching.
@mericanmodi8479 Tony and Drama Desk Awards as Best Actor, multiple Tony Award nominations - so evidence suggest you're mistaken. His dancing may have overshadowed his acting, but he was still an excellent actor.
Gregory steps on time an Baryshnikov floats on air, great scene capturing both of their strengths. It's like Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire in modern day.
Oh My Word!! Just this short clip really shows how good a dancer they both are. This is fantastic! The world lost a truly great talent when Gregory Hines passed away in 2003 at the too-young age of 57. Gregory, you are missed 😢😢😢
Two of the most, in my opinion, of the amazing dancers of the time. I never got tired of watching Hines, power and grace, and Baryshnikov, well he just floats over the floor.
Hines is a wonderful dancer, but when Baryshnikov is in the picture ,I can't take my eyes off him. When I was young, I studied with Janette Lauret, who had been a prima ballerina with the Ballet Russe De Monte Carlo. She taught the Russian tradition and always reminded us to think of a string at the crown of our heads, pulling us up. Baryshnikov always rotates around that center axis, running from his head to his feet, he never loses that in any part of the choreography. I'm so happy I found this video. What a treat!
Mr. Hines was probably the most under rated dancer of his time. He brought his style to dance along side a trained ballet dancer, and although different in style, never missed a beat!
I remember when previews of this movie first hit the screen. I heard people making so many "yougottabekidding" comments . . . and then the movie was released . . . and all those people who thought that Hines' Tap couldn't match Baryshnikov, or that Baryshnikov's Ballet would look too "delicate" next to Hines . . . had to prop their gaping mouths shut with both hands. They were MAGNIFICENT
Yes! I loved this movie as a kid. I never really understood why ADULTS were bad mouthing the idea of two dancers from different training not only dancing well together but, complimenting each other.
@@badkitty4922 Those fools were obviously clueless fools...Fred Astaire & Gene Kelly had differing styles somewhat like Hines & Baryshnikov (looser vs more balletic), & nobody with any sense complained about those two dancing duets. Lotta idjits in the world! Clearly, you had more sense as a kid than the adults!
One of the BEST dance sequences of all time. Two different styles of dancers combining into one! Stellar performance! 👏 ❤ this is still hittin different 40 years later
Ballet is upper body lift with the diaphragm, jazz is low weighted, weight on thighs, flexed knees, feet in contact with floor. What you see are two different dance techniques. Both are sublime in their individual styles. The very best of the living dancers in my humble opinion.
A wonderful description of the styles. The tight and precise classic ballet moves and the loose-limbed, deceptively casual and elegant tap..I love them both. This was one of my favorite movies growing up...
+mhks68 Exactly. One need to realize that there is a difference in hoofing/tap dance, and dancing. Greggory was a hoofer/tap dancer, and he showed that he could obviously dance, hence the movie.
When I saw this dance sequence in the movie I was completely mesmerized! I already admired both men and their different dance styles. When I saw them blending both styles so beautifully and so magnificently... it was brilliant💓 I will never tire seeing this dance routine. Two of the world’s most talented dancers/actors. Gregory Hines was taken way too soon. I can just imagine them collaborating many more times!
This is the most pure of performance art. The integration of tap, jazz, and ballet. They are legends! I feel Gregory Hines is the greatest tap dancer ever. He is forever missed, never forgotten ❤
It's not ballet, it's not tap, it's not soft shoe, it's just dance.Pure dance.Mikhail comes from ballet and Gregory is from tap and jazz. But here, the two of them side by side , both with the desire to share that satisfaction what compels the a single movement [dance] so...in this the two are equals. Beautiful.... Just perfect !
I never get tired of this dance. Over and over again for years I come and watch. I'll never tire of it. I remember the first time I saw it. They are legends.
Actually this straight, 65 year old guy completely understands it: Male panache, utmost confidence, smooth as a lion stalking its prey, yet with grace.
If you had told me there was a dance scene in a movie that was a perfect blend of 80s soft rock, ballet and tap, I'd have said, "I'll believe it when I see it." Well, I believe it now.
Красавцы! У Барышникова все движения как-будто математически точно выверены. Он лишнего движения рукой не сделает. Это завораживает. Как будто не досказано что-то и ты ждешь, вглядываешься - что будет дальше. Невероятное открытие для меня, что движениями можно ВОТ ТАК говорить. По секрету.
Gregory Hines like a lot of those from his generation could do a lot of things exceptionally well. His death was a shock, but I still think about how talented he was.
@RayJ-HT He was the last of the greats in the genre of Tap Dance ~ He is missed, a beautiful and talented Man ~ Like to think of him Dancing Where Angels Trod ~ !
He was one of my heroes growing up. A lot of little girls want to take ballet (nothing wrong with ballet but it wasn't my interest). I want to learn to tap dance the way he could because I looked up to him so much. But of course I got pushed more towards ballet so I know a little about both styles and what I love about this movie is they each are such clear masters of their crafts while also depicting the act of learning from each other, and that's a really hard thing to do.
My eyes used to be on Mikhail, but then it changed. Gregory has an easiness about him that I have learned to appreciate. Of course, every step Mikhail takes is measured and perfect, but it is not relaxed. He is the perfect ballet dancer, and Gregory is the perfect tap and modern dancer.
I fell in love with Mikhail Baryshnikov the second that I saw this movie (back in the 80s). This is one of my favorite scenes in film just because it put two amazing dancers with completely different backgrounds together and IT WORKS!
Don't get me wrong, I love Hines's interpretation of this as a tap dancer, everything about it is exuding "this guy is a tap dancer" in the best way possible, even though he's not really even doing any tap within the number. The power, the agility, the bent stature, the groove. But something about Baryshnikov's dancing is just so stunning i can't take my eyes off of him the whole time. Maybe it's because I was a classically trained ballet dancer so I look for the grace, the pointed toes, the turned out feet, the lightness, the fluidity between motions, the elongated lines. Idk. But Baryshnikov is just stunning to watch. He's fantastic doing this in pants and boots haha!
Misha has total and utter control of his body. But also I've noticed that when he goes still, he goes still. The way he can perfectly stop, no matter what he's doing is amazing.
Smooth as silk in some places - tight tight tight in others. Wow! The fluidity and sheer grace. Such a contrast in stylistic presentation, but equal nonetheless. Exceptional dancers at the peak of their game. Love it.
Как органичны эти люди! Какое естество в движениях! Даже в мыслях не получается примерить на себя подобную пластику и синхронность. Дар и труд. Великолепно! Браво!
I took my little son to this...and for his 9th birthday took him to see Hines live and another time to Baryshnikov and Nureyev and Tharpe and Graham. All live and enthralling. Such beautiful days ..long gone. 💔
Gregory Hines always made dancing look so easy, that I thought I could do it too. Mikhail Baryshnikov made dancing look so magical, that I knew I needed some dance lessons. 😄
Absolutely a brilliant movie and the fusing of two genres. Gregory with his lose emotional interpretation of dance and Mikhail with his expertise in the technical aspect of dance. You can certainly see the years of service in Mikhail's moves and it's a wonder to watch. Gregory has the grace of some of the greats that went before him...the Fred Astaires and undoubtedly his inspiration, the legendary Tap dancer Teddy Hale. So beautiful to watch
I'm 52 years old. lmao I can not ever get over these two guys. With out a doubt. Thank you Mikail Baryshnikov for choosing America! Bravo! No one moves like that accept these two guys.
It is mesmerizing to watch Baryshnikov. This video demonstrates all the grace, strength, power and versatility of ballet. Hines is good in his own genre, BUT Mikhail is all in all to me.
It's so great seeing two incredibly talented dancers demonstrating the differences and the similarities of dance styles. Tap and ballet are so different, but both require extreme control. I watch this movie regularly for all the dance scenes. Love it.
God, I cannot take my eyes off of Mr. Baryshnikov! His movements are so pure, precise and glorious to watch. It's like he's floating. And his posture is to die for!!
When Mikhail Baryshnikov received Kennedy Center Honors, Gregory Hines did the intro speech for him. I remember him saying "I remember the first time we jumped up in the air together. I came down .... [long pause] ... Then he came down ..."
This is brilliant.Baryshnikov is a technical dancer, all about perfect line and perfect form, but he can put out emotion...Gregory Hines is more organic and "street", more fluid. They were magic together.
Stopped counting whow many times I have been watching and analysing and of course dying for this scene - Mihhail highest diszipline and on top of it most coolness at the moments to freeze- incredibele change from classic ballett to dancing so cool and relaxed…… cant stop watching it
Remember seeing in the theatre. Great dancing. Of course, Baryshnikov….and Gregory Hines was so talented. Loved his comedic timing in Will and Grace. Gone too soon. Was also impressed by the elegant, graceful Russian ballerina. Years later, would realize it was Helen Mirren. So many great stars in this movie.
I saw an interview of both of them about the time this movie premiered. Each was full of praise to the other. Baryshnikov commented that learning Hines' style was very hard for him. He said that the tap and jazz styles required a relaxed foot and loosened spine and that the focus came mostly from the thighs--a complete opposite of the training he'd had all his life. Kudos to both for absorbing enough from each other to produce this amazing dance.
Rereading what I wrote brought back a long-forgotten memory of another two utterly dissimilar artists who managed to create a bit of magic, this time from television. Luciano Pavarotti, reigning king of opera enthusiastically agreed to spend some time with one of country music's legends, Loretta Lynn. Loretta, for her part, was shy and absolutely terrified of performing in front of the elegant and sophisticated operatic giant, but Pavoratti was almost as famous for his charm as he was for his soaring voice and he coaxed a couple of songs out of her, my favorite being the evocative and touching "Pregnant again", beautifully shown in part three of the three part sequence. Regrettably, I can't find the whole thing, only bits, none of which feature Pavarotti singing. But watch him melt in Part 3.
Part 3: th-cam.com/video/HBuvnnFHvYs/w-d-xo.html --Watch Pavarotti's expression as the song progresses
Part 2: th-cam.com/video/SumkCRtCyXg/w-d-xo.html --Loretta sings again
Part 1: th-cam.com/video/iiW46-57lWk/w-d-xo.html --Just a glimpse of the opening
Danny Jane, I thought the same thing watching this, that it must’ve been so difficult for Baryshnikov to change his lifelong style. What amazing talent!
I love yoir comment! Extremely enlightening!
Oh yes indeed!
@Just me Just me Perhaps he's less precise, but his arms and shoulders are more emotive and active than Baryshnikov's more static frame. Don't mistake different styles for lower caliber.
I always watch this whenever it pops up on my TH-cam feed. I wish it was longer; didn't want it to end.
Me too
I think I’ve watched this 100 times Gregory Hines loss hurts the art world and the thought of Gregory Hines teaching Baryshnikov just makes me smile because Misha was so humble about learning I will never get tired of watching this. If I’m upset about something this is my go to.
It is exciting to see the 2 dance styles combine and see the different way they both moves on the same spin
@@mellttabor2134Fue, exactamente, en eso en que me fijé, la diferencia en el mismo giro. Lo miré muchas veces.
Saludos 🙏 🇦🇷 🤗 💕
Legendary dancer and choreographer Twyla Tharp did this choreography! She has spoken and written about how interesting and challenging it was to create steps and flow that highlighted both of their formidable yet very different skills without favoring one over the other. Possibly the 1st (and best) ballet "pas de deux" for two men, ever. Brava, Twyla. 🌹
I've been wondering. I'm glad I came back to enjoy the duo today, and found your answer!
TIL and thank you for the knowledge.
Eat your heart out mia michaels
I did not realize she had done this choreo
Twyla Tharp is genius.
J'aime ce film qui a réuni deux grands danseurs. J'aime l'élégance, la grâce, la fluidité, la légèreté, le côté félin et la précision de Mikhail Baryshnikov.
You can really see Baryshnikov's ballet training in the leaps and spins. Such a good scene. Gregory and Mikhail are both legends.
It's a bit like comparing tango to line dancing....
One has more liquid movements.
The other displays brute force.
@@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131 a little more nuanced than that I think.
Though the ballet is regimented in some ways.
But I saw nothing brutish about either performance 🕊️
@@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131 there's no need to denigrate one style to compliment the other. Line dancing is not brute force. It has it's own grace. It just clearly is not Ballet and doesn't require the same relentless training . Neither do Linedancers generally have to starve themselves or ruin their feet as Ballet dancers frequently do.
One is ballet,one,is tap. You can tell the difference but both great.
Absolutely B. forever!!!!!!
There's nothing like watching poetry in motion.....so satisfying......
Hines has the swing, Baryshnikov has the lightness!!! Amazing!!!
Baryshnikov has perfection: every move stopped at any second is picture-worthy gracious. Hynes is excellent but he looks a bit plain next to Baryshnikov. :)
@@natastudyN Спасибо! Точнее не скажешь. Именно эту мысль я пыталась выразить словами, но автор канала меня не поняла...
U r right! Love them both! Hines got the streets, the other guy has grace. Both fucking awesome!
Ain't nothing sexier than a man that can dance...
I always tell young men if you learn to cook a decent meal and dance you won’t lack for companionship!
Baryshnikov literally floats. He is so fluid, making his moves look effortless ❤
You are talking about the best dancer in the world!
Yes, but his every move looks intentional to me. Hines is looser - subtle differences…both are brilliant!
Not only two brilliant dancers but also equally brilliant camerawork. It takes a true cinematographer to keep up with not only the actual chroeography but the soul and nuance of this scene. The more I watch it the more I'm impressed with how beautifully it's shot.
So true. And full body shots so we can see the dancing! Someone please show this to the producers of TV dance shows who just give endless facial close-ups. Who cares? What are their feet & bodies doing?!
Good point, I can see that
Absolutely. A variation on the "backwards and in high heels" trope re: ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. Unseen choreography at work. Probably no high heels, tho!
Excellent point
@@bassavinoYES!
What I love about this is the fact that we can actually notice the different backgrounds of each dancer. They're both great and do the same thing but in a diverse way.
Spot on observation. Gregorys modern jazz and Michails ballet somehow compliment each other.
The "way to do" things is so so different, that "things" are different, too, so it's better to avoid their equalization.
Jaha He is the best dancer ever🤭🤭
Mikhail ignores gravity.
@@maryli2049 Daniil Simkin however...
Now, that is what you call dancing and grace….beautiful.
1:22 is still one of the coolest dance moves I've ever seen in a movie.
I love Baryshnikov. He jumps and it's like watching a feather float back down to the ground. He defies gravity.
I saw him once. I agree he seemed to defy gravity - never saw anyone like him before or since that night in Memphis, TN so many years ago.
Russian ballet school
@@YahooMurray I saw him also, dancing with the Bolshoi Ballet. Exactly as you said- it's like he floated down to the ground slower than everybody else. It was an amazing thing to see.
Saw him live. He commanded the stage.
Forgive me Lord, but all I could see was Baryshnikov (and, I'm ashamed to say, that I thought that whoever suggested this to Gregory Hines ((who in any other setting, I love)) was no friend).
One of the best movie dance sequences of all time! Both are brilliant!
This scene showcases just how great both of them are. It's not easy for a ballet dancer to branch out so fluidly, but Baryshnikov does it so well. And Hines was one of the best tap dancers at this time, and you can see it here. They mesh so perfectly, I love this movie!
Interesting to watch the different interpretations of the same moves. Baryshnikov always points his toes and fingers and focuses on getting his extremities gracefully outlined. Hines is more centered in his power, lands more squarely on his heels instead of toes, focuses on his hips and chest and personal core strength. Both are beautiful and elegant, but very different in their subtleties.
Marialla They somewhat remind me of the comparisons between Astaire and Kelly. One of the main differences I’ve read about said that Astaire’s center of gravity was higher, as is often the case with shorter people, and Kelly’s was lower. I can see that in all the close to the ground moves, spins, etc, which Kelly did, while Astaire stretched up more often. That also accentuates the difference in what was said to be Astaire’s more elegant style, and Kelly’s more athletic style.
Hines is more loose, while Baryshnikov is more structured. Like two lead guitar players where one is classically trained and the other is all feel. Both achieve the desired outcome.
Two totally different dance styles but synergized so homogeneously. Gregory Hines is a "tap" dancer & of course, Baryshnikov, the preeminent ballet dancer in his prime. The distinctions you noted supports both their unique dance styles.
It’s two COMPLETELY styles of dancing numb nuts!
Marialla Hines looks like he learned how to dance. Where Baryshnikov seems to have been born with it.
I’ll never forget the MasterClass I took with Gregory Hines. What a highlight of my life.
I’ll bet what a treat of a memory to have. I am sure the class was awesome
All these decades later and this still gives me chills.
Me, too! Every time.
@@Zedwoman me three: I've watched this about 10 billion times it's still breathtaking.
2020 and still one of the best things I've ever seen.
Love
❤️❤️this!
Two amazingly talented dancers. We are all so privileged to have been blessed with their style and grace. RIP Gregory Hines - gone way too soon.💔💔💔 Baryshnikov still going strong at 74 as a director and choreographer.💖💖💖
I didn’t know that.
@@jakesbel8237 Gosh, neither did I.
I remember when Gregory died. I was on my way back from AZ to the Midwest after getting a call my mother also passed. I was trying to drive straight through, had to stop at hotel just got too tired. And then heard in the news about Gregory, he had liver cancer ( I believe) but hardly anyone knew. Gosh , I really felt bad about him, had just seen him perform and was one of the few great dancers we had. He was so young too. Been a long time. Time is sure going by so fast, so many ‘gone’ too. 💔. 😪
I'd love to see Baryshnikov do another play...I've yet to see him on the stage..
Sammy Davis Jr. was a guest at a performance by Hines. Hines urged him on-stage. (Davis was dying of cancer and this was his last public performance.)
I was worried. Davis was obviously weak and ill. But with every step he took towards the stage, power grew in him. Stunning.
Davis did an unplanned short routine. Hines got down and kissed his feet!
As Davis walked back to his seat, the power left him. It was immensely touching.
Rhis is one if the best dance duel scenes that I’ve ever seen. Great!!!
Gregory Hines was the full entertainment package: could act, sing and dance. RIP 🙏
He was taken away from us too soon.
@Thami
Amen+
I do miss him !☹️
@mericanmodi8479 Tony and Drama Desk Awards as Best Actor, multiple Tony Award nominations - so evidence suggest you're mistaken. His dancing may have overshadowed his acting, but he was still an excellent actor.
He was great in 'The Cotten Club' to name one off the top of my head.
Gregory steps on time an Baryshnikov floats on air, great scene capturing both of their strengths. It's like Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire in modern day.
I was thinking exactly that.
@@lynromero8002It's 80s Gene Kelly & Fred Astaire. Which dancers of the 2020s era would be the modern Gene Kelly & Fred Astaire?
Oh My Word!! Just this short clip really shows how good a dancer they both are. This is fantastic! The world lost a truly great talent when Gregory Hines passed away in 2003 at the too-young age of 57. Gregory, you are missed 😢😢😢
Two of the most, in my opinion, of the amazing dancers of the time. I never got tired of watching Hines, power and grace, and Baryshnikov, well he just floats over the floor.
Misha has an effortless, weightless fluidity when he moves. A gracefulness no matter the type of dance. Its an absolute pleasure to watch him.
Misha is marvelous and unique whatever style of dance he does!
Hines is a wonderful dancer, but when Baryshnikov is in the picture ,I can't take my eyes off him.
When I was young, I studied with Janette Lauret, who had been a prima ballerina with the Ballet Russe De Monte Carlo. She taught the Russian tradition and always reminded us to think of a string at the crown of our heads, pulling us up. Baryshnikov always rotates around that center axis, running from his head to his feet, he never loses that in any part of the choreography. I'm so happy I found this video. What a treat!
Mikhail Baryshnikov's dance is so sophisticated, his moves are so smooth....he rules!
it will last forever!!!!!
Agree...Mikhail is perfect
Mr. Hines was probably the most under rated dancer of his time. He brought his style to dance along side a trained ballet dancer, and although different in style, never missed a beat!
Потрясающая хореография, оба глаз не оторвать, но.. Барышников гений, филигранно и изящно танцует, браво!!!! Спасибо за прекрасное видео
Выправка ,ноги ,доводит каждый взмах ноги до конца и в стойку ,это на автомате русская школа😆
То чувство когда один на земле танцует, а другой в воздухе, как-будто парит над землёй не зная что такое притяжение.
Именно изящно. Некая сдержанность в конце каждого движения, но она завораживает. Вроде сама вдохнула и задержала выдох - вот такое вот ощущение
@@Sekret_BOLSHOY: Советская балетная школа.
Действительно, русскую балетную школу сразу видно!!!
I remember when previews of this movie first hit the screen. I heard people making so many "yougottabekidding" comments . . . and then the movie was released . . . and all those people who thought that Hines' Tap couldn't match Baryshnikov, or that Baryshnikov's Ballet would look too "delicate" next to Hines . . . had to prop their gaping mouths shut with both hands. They were MAGNIFICENT
Yes! I loved this movie as a kid.
I never really understood why ADULTS were bad mouthing the idea of two dancers from different training not only dancing well together but, complimenting each other.
@@badkitty4922 Those fools were obviously clueless fools...Fred Astaire & Gene Kelly had differing styles somewhat like Hines & Baryshnikov (looser vs more balletic), & nobody with any sense complained about those two dancing duets. Lotta idjits in the world! Clearly, you had more sense as a kid than the adults!
@@kellyhoward6941 awww, thanks, sweetie! I'm a grown woman now, and it STILL happens, lol.😅😘❤👍
@@badkitty4922 You go!
You hit the nail,baby!
Baryshnikov just floats no matter what he does
..yes! he is amazing!!
It’s like he exists in some other gravity.
Barishnikov has an excellent balance of movement..
That’s Russian ballet school,bitches...
In Seven Brides for Seven Brothers you can tell the ballet dancer cuz he seems to float also.
One of the BEST dance sequences of all time. Two different styles of dancers combining into one! Stellar performance! 👏 ❤ this is still hittin different 40 years later
Ballet is upper body lift with the diaphragm, jazz is low weighted, weight on thighs, flexed knees, feet in contact with floor. What you see are two different dance techniques. Both are sublime in their individual styles. The very best of the living dancers in my humble opinion.
As a former student of dance, I agree.
A wonderful description of the styles. The tight and precise classic ballet moves and the loose-limbed, deceptively casual and elegant tap..I love them both. This was one of my favorite movies growing up...
As a former student of dance it is in the strength of your legs with upper body for balance and expression.
Having taken both, I can attest that they are complete opposites.
Except Gregory Hines passed in 2003 from liver cancer.
There's no question Gregory Hines could dance, but Baryshnikov was pure poetry in motion.
one did it for fun the other...it was his life!!
+mhks68 Exactly. One need to realize that there is a difference in hoofing/tap dance, and dancing. Greggory was a hoofer/tap dancer, and he showed that he could obviously dance, hence the movie.
Oh yeah....Gregory Hines could sing too
his father was a dancer too?
Gregory Hines came from a very talented family.
They are both breath taking in their own ways. How I wish they had more chances to perform together again.
How many "Baryshnikiov/Hines" has the world been cheated out of because of the malice of politics?
When I saw this dance sequence in the movie I was completely mesmerized! I already admired both men and their different dance styles. When I saw them blending both styles so beautifully and so magnificently... it was brilliant💓 I will never tire seeing this dance routine. Two of the world’s most talented dancers/actors. Gregory Hines was taken way too soon. I can just imagine them collaborating many more times!
Hats off to the choreographer, Twyla Tharp.
@@debbiepowers4743 Twyla is truly one of the greatest choreographers!
@@faith97jk yes, and she’s still going strong!
@@debbiepowers4743 I believe I was aware of this. Well in any event, I am not surprised and truly am in awe of this beautifully gifted woman.
Настолько он свободен, что диву даёшься. Браво, Михаил!
👏👏👏
Это шедеврально!!!!!!!! Я по русски!!!! Он русский,он шедевр......
This is the most pure of performance art. The integration of tap, jazz, and ballet. They are legends! I feel Gregory Hines is the greatest tap dancer ever. He is forever missed, never forgotten ❤
It's not ballet, it's not tap, it's not soft shoe, it's just dance.Pure dance.Mikhail comes from ballet and Gregory is from tap and jazz. But here, the two of them side by side , both with the desire to share that satisfaction what compels the a single movement [dance] so...in this the two are equals. Beautiful.... Just perfect !
+THE LEGACY OF PERNELL ROBERTS - By NSimiao Bah. Misha would have been trained in traditional folkloric and character dance too.
Actually what's fun about this movie is that they are hiding their fight training for their escape in the steps.
I agree completely! They are both just beautiful!!
THE LEGACY OF PERNELL ROBERTS - By NSimiao qq
Daniel Haire yes! I think that ballet dancers already have a lot of the prerequisites needed for martial arts - flexibility and balance
I never get tired of this dance. Over and over again for years I come and watch. I'll never tire of it. I remember the first time I saw it. They are legends.
Same. And the scene looks like it was filmed today -- other than the use of a cassette and the old TV the KGB guy has.
Two geniuses of dance, in their own metiers. A pleasure to watch and rewatch.
definitely. so sensual too. its like watching erotica...i know the guys wont understand..:)
Actually this straight, 65 year old guy completely understands it: Male panache, utmost confidence, smooth as a lion stalking its prey, yet with grace.
Gregory was a genius Mikhail was a GOD!!!
@@Zeppolino100 you sir are a poet. Succinctly written, Be well. 🇨🇦
And rewatch,and rewatch, you get it❤️❤️😺😸
If you had told me there was a dance scene in a movie that was a perfect blend of 80s soft rock, ballet and tap, I'd have said, "I'll believe it when I see it." Well, I believe it now.
Чудовий танок,поєднання та естетичність,переглядаю з великим задоволенням!!!
This is a classic captured in time that will never get old. Absolutely soul-moving.
I can never tire of watching Mikhail Baryshnikov dance!
Hello Deborah, How are you doing
In my 40's and still gotta come and check Gregory Hines dancing, it struck me as a kid his masculine, cool, jazzy style, rest in peace Gregory ✝️
Красавцы!
У Барышникова все движения как-будто математически точно выверены. Он лишнего движения рукой не сделает.
Это завораживает. Как будто не досказано что-то и ты ждешь, вглядываешься - что будет дальше.
Невероятное открытие для меня, что движениями можно ВОТ ТАК говорить. По секрету.
Gregory Hines like a lot of those from his generation could do a lot of things exceptionally well. His death was a shock, but I still think about how talented he was.
I sure miss him even to this day. Amazing to watch...
Loved GH! So gorgeous to watch!
@RayJ-HT He was the last of the greats in the genre of Tap Dance ~ He is missed, a beautiful and talented Man ~ Like to think of him Dancing Where Angels Trod ~ !
It's always sad when talented people die. The world is diminished by the loss of true talent.
He was one of my heroes growing up. A lot of little girls want to take ballet (nothing wrong with ballet but it wasn't my interest). I want to learn to tap dance the way he could because I looked up to him so much. But of course I got pushed more towards ballet so I know a little about both styles and what I love about this movie is they each are such clear masters of their crafts while also depicting the act of learning from each other, and that's a really hard thing to do.
I really miss Greg Hines. He was an incredible dancer.
Me too.!
Глаз не оторвать от танца. Барышников классно тануюцует.
Аж дух захватывает!
Очень красиво! До чего же легкие и чистые движения у Михаила. Браво.
Au début je regardais les deux : au bout de trente secondes je ne voyais plus que Mikhail. Il a laissé un souvenir merveilleux à Paris.
Two of the greatest dancers of all time. Different genre's, different worlds, same heart. Magnificent.
Well said!
Amen
Это можно пересматривать бесконечно! Два прекрасных танцора, легкость, синхронность БРАВО!
My eyes used to be on Mikhail, but then it changed. Gregory has an easiness about him that I have learned to appreciate. Of course, every step Mikhail takes is measured and perfect, but it is not relaxed. He is the perfect ballet dancer, and Gregory is the perfect tap and modern dancer.
Look at footage of Fred Astaire if you want to see the best.
would have loved to see the three of them dance together.
Don't forget Gene Kelly! He was amazing.
Gregory Hines was so light on his feet, he seems to float at times. Always love this dance scene.
Занимался единоборствами, и всегда любил танцевать. Потрясающе.Барышников -легенда.
I fell in love with Mikhail Baryshnikov the second that I saw this movie (back in the 80s). This is one of my favorite scenes in film just because it put two amazing dancers with completely different backgrounds together and IT WORKS!
Thus, "So You Think You Can Dance"
me too. my friend whom i went to watch this movie with , couldnt stop talking about it . i love this movie too...
Awesome so beautiful
scrappinkar1 Same here!!
I had a huge crush on him after I saw this movie in college. In the 80’s.
of course both of them great dancers. Baryshnikov is genius and Gregory is just great
Gregory Hines is my all time favorite tap dancer and he was a good actor too. I miss him.
Me too...: (
Me too... so much.
Username6101947: Did you know he could also sing? You can hear a couple of songs of his on TH-cam. Just type in 'Hines Hines & Dad'.
Have you see the Nicholas Brothers from back in the day? Omg. Gotta see them if you haven’t. ♥️
Me too!
Приятно смотреть на красивых, талантливых ребят, высочайший профессионализм, и тяжёлый труд, браво маэстро!
Don't get me wrong, I love Hines's interpretation of this as a tap dancer, everything about it is exuding "this guy is a tap dancer" in the best way possible, even though he's not really even doing any tap within the number. The power, the agility, the bent stature, the groove. But something about Baryshnikov's dancing is just so stunning i can't take my eyes off of him the whole time. Maybe it's because I was a classically trained ballet dancer so I look for the grace, the pointed toes, the turned out feet, the lightness, the fluidity between motions, the elongated lines. Idk. But Baryshnikov is just stunning to watch. He's fantastic doing this in pants and boots haha!
Yes, Baryshnikov has control over every millimetre of his body. Incredible!
Misha has total and utter control of his body. But also I've noticed that when he goes still, he goes still. The way he can perfectly stop, no matter what he's doing is amazing.
They're both exceptional in their own way. Baryshnikov's dancing is like Van Cliburn, while Hines is like Miles Davis or Dizzy Gillespie.
@@michaelelliott8350 I like that comparison!
Smooth as silk in some places - tight tight tight in others. Wow! The fluidity and sheer grace. Such a contrast in stylistic presentation, but equal nonetheless. Exceptional dancers at the peak of their game. Love it.
I remembered when I saw this. I was mesmerized. The talent was exquisite
So blessed to have seen Baryshnikov perform in person. He is extraordinary.
Как органичны эти люди! Какое естество в движениях!
Даже в мыслях не получается примерить на себя подобную пластику и синхронность. Дар и труд.
Великолепно! Браво!
Brilliant! I have seen Barishnikov many times but unfort. never saw Gregory. Both Major talents, Larger than Life. ❤😮
Baryshnikov dancing on his toes! ❤️ he’s the one who’s mastered another genre of dance after all. Kudos.
От Барышникова глаз не оторвать, ни миллиметра лишнего движения, гениально!
It's interesting that you say that, because I can't take my eyes off Gregory Hines.
I agree !
Между ними это день и ночь.
@@dancinggiraffe6058 me too
I took my little son to this...and for his 9th birthday took him to see Hines live and another time to Baryshnikov and Nureyev and Tharpe and Graham. All live and enthralling.
Such beautiful days ..long gone. 💔
Gregory Hines always made dancing look so easy, that I thought I could do it too. Mikhail Baryshnikov made dancing look so magical, that I knew I needed some dance lessons. 😄
You can see the difference in their background! Neither one is better than the other ! It's just uniquely their own!!
A brilliant classical dancer, Barishnikov and a dancer like Gregory Hines...they are like no other!
Magnificent and Majestic !!❤❤❤
Михаил, конечно, бесподобен! Завораживающее зрелище! Браво!
Знаменитые "полёты" Барышникова!! Органично, воздушно, синхронно, красиво!!
И это большой балет? Да, ради этого стоило бежать.
@@ТатьянаЕлисеева-ь5ы вы очень примитивная тетя.Он всю жизнь занимался балетом.Это не значит,что больше ничем.Даже удивительно,что это надо объяснять.
Classic scene. I wish people like this still existed.
Absolutely a brilliant movie and the fusing of two genres. Gregory with his lose emotional interpretation of dance and Mikhail with his expertise in the technical aspect of dance. You can certainly see the years of service in Mikhail's moves and it's a wonder to watch. Gregory has the grace of some of the greats that went before him...the Fred Astaires and undoubtedly his inspiration, the legendary Tap dancer Teddy Hale. So beautiful to watch
I can never take my eyes off Gregory Hines when I watch this. He is amazing.
I don't know how many times I have watched this but it never fails to be great. Both styles of dancing married into one great performance.
I know! I cant get enough of it...both so good
Couldn't keep my eyes off of Misha. Pure grace.
I'm 52 years old. lmao I can not ever get over these two guys. With out a doubt. Thank you Mikail Baryshnikov for choosing America! Bravo! No one moves like that accept these two guys.
Two handsome men in such beautiful choreography! So nice to watch! 😊💗
It is mesmerizing to watch Baryshnikov. This video demonstrates all the grace, strength, power and versatility of ballet. Hines is good in his own genre, BUT Mikhail is all in all to me.
It's so great seeing two incredibly talented dancers demonstrating the differences and the similarities of dance styles. Tap and ballet are so different, but both require extreme control. I watch this movie regularly for all the dance scenes. Love it.
Какая же легкость и грациозность в танце Михаила!Браво мастер!
And after all that learning, Baryshnikov makes it look so easy, like he'd been doing this all his life. Beautiful work.
At first I was looking at both of them, but after couple minutes my eyes were all on Baryshnikov. 😍
Барышников даже в мелочах остается экстра балетным. Одно удовольствие смотреть на двух абсолютно разных мужчин в одном танце.
God, I cannot take my eyes off of Mr. Baryshnikov! His movements are so pure, precise and glorious to watch. It's like he's floating. And his posture is to die for!!
When Mikhail Baryshnikov received Kennedy Center Honors, Gregory Hines did the intro speech for him. I remember him saying "I remember the first time we jumped up in the air together. I came down .... [long pause] ... Then he came down ..."
Great point about his posture!
I'm so glad this was posted. It's a wonderful blessing to see these two wonderful dancers together. I could watch this over and over again!
Hello Kate, How are you doing
What a great time for movies.. thanks for this reminder of Gregory Hines man! He doesn't get enough praise.
This is brilliant.Baryshnikov is a technical dancer, all about perfect line and perfect form, but he can put out emotion...Gregory Hines is more organic and "street", more fluid. They were magic together.
street??? lol
У барышникова классические движения великолепные
Отточенность и изящество, идеально до невозможности,брависсимо!!!
Stopped counting whow many times I have been watching and analysing and of course dying for this scene - Mihhail highest diszipline and on top of it most coolness at the moments to freeze- incredibele change from classic ballett to dancing so cool and relaxed…… cant stop watching it
The most beautiful moment. Watching these two artist together gives me chills.🥰
They make this look easy and effortless, which just proves how talented and gifted those two are! WOW!
Remember seeing in the theatre. Great dancing. Of course, Baryshnikov….and Gregory Hines was so talented. Loved his comedic timing in Will and Grace. Gone too soon. Was also impressed by the elegant, graceful Russian ballerina. Years later, would realize it was Helen Mirren. So many great stars in this movie.
Gregory Hines was a awesome dancer, and a black belt in Karate. R.I.P we miss you.
I didn't know he did Karate.
Very cool
Karate? That explains those beautiful side-kicks.
Спасибо, ничего не может быть прекраснее красиво исполненных танцев.