Singin’ in the Rain

Director:

Stanley Donen, Gene Kelly

Details:

USA | 1952 | 112 mins | Rated U

Starring:

Kelly, Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Cyd Charisse

Links & Reviews:

IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes, BBC Movies

Synopsis

Made in 1952 “Singin’ in the Rain” was a big hit with film goers on its initial release, but not accorded its legendary status by contemporary critics and only later was universally acclaimed as, not only one of the best movie musicals ever made, but is also ranked 5^th in the American Film Institute’s list of the 100 greatest ever films.

A classic MGM production, the movie was co-directed by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen. Donald O’Connor co-stars in the best role of his life, while Debbie Reynolds and Cyd Charisse perform the breakthrough roles of their careers. Set in 1927, the witty, sardonic screenplay spoofs Hollywood when it was learning how to talk. Kelly not only directs and takes the male lead, but also choreographs the stunning dance routines make Singin’ in the Rain into an undoubted masterpiece.