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Why did Norman Taurog take over as director of Girl Crazy?

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Director Norman Taurog, wearing a hat and glasses, sits beside actor Mickey Rooney, who is smiling, on the set of the film Boys Town, with camera equipment visible behind them. — Norman Taurog Norman Taurog (right) with Mickey Rooney on the set of *Boys Town* (1938).

Norman Taurog took over as director of the 1943 film Girl Crazy after the original director, Busby Berkeley, was removed from the production early in the filming process.12

Berkeley’s removal was prompted by tension between him and the film's star, Judy Garland, as well as the production going over budget. Although Berkeley was released from the project, he had already directed the film's acclaimed "I Got Rhythm" finale before his departure.21