The Great Ziegfeld

In this 1936 musical drama, William Powell stars as Florenz Ziegfeld Jr., a showman who makes and loses fortunes through his extravagant productions at the Chicago World's Fair and Broadway. His relentless pursuit of success leads him to steal from rivals, charm beautiful women, and showcase the talents of Fanny Brice and other performers. The film is a sanitized tribute to Ziegfeld's life, featuring elaborate costumes, dances, and sets, and won three Academy Awards for its music, dance direction, and Best Picture production.