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Singin' in the Rain
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"Just about the best Hollywood musical of all time," wrote Pauline Kael about SINGIN' IN THE RAIN. <br> <br> After years of honing his...
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"Just about the best Hollywood musical of all time," wrote Pauline Kael about SINGIN' IN THE RAIN. <br> <br> After years of honing his skills on the vaudeville stage, hoofer Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly) has finally reached the top and become a swashbuckling star of the silent silver screen. Then the self-satisfied celebrity has his confidence shattered when ingenue Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds) dismisses film actors as "shadows" without substance. After getting over the insult, he falls hard for her--much to the consternation of his costar, the sexy, selfish Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen), who wants Don all to herself. <br> <br> But Don has career troubles too. The wild popularity of THE JAZZ SINGER has studios scrambling to change from silent films to talkies, and Lina's shrill voice and Don's stiff acting left the preview audience roaring with laughter. There's only one way to save the movie and their careers: turn THE DUELLING CAVALIER into a musical, with Kathy secretly dubbing in Lina's lines and songs. B...
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37 Reviews from Epinions.com
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Pros: Great Production, Kelly and O'Connor
Cons: Flawless
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This is a classic, must see. Don't ignore it because you're afraid of musicals. There's so much more to enjoy than that. Read More
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Pros: Amazing dance sequences, terrific performances, absolute great moviemaking.
Cons: None
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Singin in the Rain is an absolutely extraordinary movie because it reminds us exactly why we go to the movies. Read More
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Pros: Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Cyd Charisse, Rita Moreno, Millard Mitchell, Stanley Donen
Cons: none
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I have worn out my copy of Singing in the Rain because I watched it so much. Read More
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Pros: Amazing screenplay, amazing acting, amazing musical numbers, the movie does everything right
Cons: Absolutely nothing!
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If you haven't seen this movie, you have to see what you're missing, and if you have seen this movie, then you know why you have to see it again! Read More
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Pros: fun movie, great singing and dancing, amazing DVD extras
Cons: new documentary is light
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"Singin' in the Rain" is a fun-filled musical that can be enjoyed again and again. The Special Edition DVD includes extras that are well worth viewing. Read More
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Pros: A funny, melodic comic history of the coming of Sound to Hollywood.
Cons: Make sure you get a late, restored print.
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Not particularly heralded upon its release, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN has proved to be the capstone of the Hollywood Musical, with a satirical story as strong as its production numbers. Read More
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Pros: it makes you smile
Cons: nothing whatsoever
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This is my all time favourite movie - I bet you're singin' it now! Read More
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Pros: Gene, Debbie, Donald, dancing, music
Cons: Hard to live up to this one
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Pros: great cast, very funny
Cons: some parts are overdone
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This is one of the best musicals made in my opinion,and anyone can enjoy it even if musicals aren't your thing. Read More
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Pros: sparkling dialogue, catchy tunes, great dancing...
Cons: One gratuitous dance number
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