The ultimate feel-good movie

Rating: 10/10 (21 April 2014)

Though my inner silent film nerd is annoyed by the historical inaccuracies and slight contempt for the medium in this film, in the end the infectious joy permeated by the characters and music cancel any negative impressions out. Singin' in the Rain (1952) is among the finest, if not the finest, of all Hollywood musicals. It's a beautifully shot, beautifully choreographed film with tons of humor and warmth.
It's the cinematic equivalent of a bowl of chocolate ice cream; no matter how upset or tired you may be, this film will always perk you up. I cannot think of much else to say, because many more eloquent than I have analyzed this picture to the moon. But whether you dig film criticism or no, you're bound to love Singin' in the Rain.