Funny, Colorful, Entertaining!

Rating: Null/10 (18 October 2002)

Probably the greatest musical ever made (and also one of the greatest comedies), Singin' in the Rain is the definitive form of entertainment. Starring screen legends Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, and Donald O'Connor, Singin' in the Rain was released in 1952 as an all musical, all singing, all dancing extravaganza. It truly is. It is probably the greatest feel-good movie of all time. Kelly and O'Connor have a great musical duo with "Moses Supposes." Add Reynolds and you have the classic "Good Morning." O'Connor's "Make 'em Laugh" is a scream and hilarious. Kelly has his unforgettable "Singin' in the Rain" number where he literally tap-dances with an umbrella under pouring rain. Jean Hagen, as Lina Lamont, was the only actor to be nominated for an Oscar and is truly the standout in the film providing most of the laughs as a brainless and obnoxious blonde with an annoying high-pitched voice. The film is a perfect showcase for showing the transition from silent films to talkies and all the mishaps that came along with the period of the late 20s and early 30s. Witness the romance, the dancing, the music, the singing, the comedy, the profound impact of the greatest musical entertainment of all time! 10/10