Simply the Best

Rating: 10/10 (4 September 2009)

The question isn't whether this is the best musical ever, but whether it is the best film ever. Unlike most musicals, this one has a terrific story about Hollywood's transition from silent films to talkies. Kelly, Reynolds, and O'Connor have great chemistry. Mitchell is marvelous as the studio head while Hagen's performance is a comic gem. Kelly and Donen are in peak form behind the camera. The musical highlights include "Make 'Em Laugh," "Good Morning," "All I Do is Dream of You," and "Moses." However, nothing ever put on celluloid can touch the jubilant glory of Kelly's romp in the rain to the title song. It is the most magical moment in the history of cinema. What a glorious feeling!