A Tough Dance (1902 Original Black & White Film)

Step into the world of early 20th-century dance with this captivating black and white film from 1902. Watch as two performers, Kid Foley and Sailor Lil, bring to life the celebrated dance of the French Apaché. Dressed in ragged street clothes and caps, they energetically demonstrate the dance's movements, from cocky struts to rough embraces and spins. The performance escalates into a spirited display of shoulder movements and dynamic interactions, culminating in a lively and dramatic floor routine. Experience the charm and energy of vintage dance culture in this historic footage.

Source :
Bonine, R., American Mutoscope And Biograph Company & Paper Print Collection. (1902) A Tough dance. Kid Foley & Sailor Lil, performers United States: American Mutoscope and Biograph Company. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/96520498