Carioca (song) same name by Fanchon and Marco. The word "Carioca" refers to inhabitants of Rio de Janeiro. Astaire and Roger's short dance has historical significance, as it was their first screen dance together. Though billed fourth and fifth, many felt they stole the film, which became a big hit for RKO. The song was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song at the 7th Academy Awards, but lost to an even bigger Astaire and Rogers production number, "The Continental" from "The Gay Divorcee" (1934), their next film together and their first starring vehicle. They were billed by RKO as
Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers This movie feature an Irving Berlin musical score with only four songs, the fewest in any Astaire and Rogers film. While the film was well-received by critics, with Motion Picture Herald's William R. Weaver calling it "the greatest Astaire-Rogers picture", it was their most expensive film to date costing $1.3 million and ultimately lost money for the studio despite earning worldwide rentals of $1.7 million. In 1939, Astaire and Rogers made "The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle". It was the end of their partnership for ten years, until they reunited for "The Barkleys of Broadway". Although their relationship was