Review of Singin' in the Rain (1952) by Glenn C — 28 Jul 2012
If you catch me watching Singin' In The Rain you will see the biggest smile on my face. This is a movie of perfection. A movie overbrimming with love. Knowing the story behind the film's production makes me lap it up even more.
So many songs and dance sequences were dropped and/or shifted around and there was so much material that the film could have easily lasted 4 hours. But the right songs were chosen and structured immaculately to bring one of the greatest musicals of all time to the big screen.
Debbie Reynolds is so gorgeous and gushes with energy. Donald O'Connor provides a hilarious comical performance that serves as a fantastic nod to the audience... and then there's Gene Kelly...
OMG. So incredible. Together with Reynolds and O'Connor he dances as though defying gravity. His presence is undeniable and I can't imagine anyone else leading the movie. I'm in love with Singin' In the Rain and the more I watch it, the more I love it.
The iconic scene with Kelly splashing his way down a rainy street is a dance of love... Its not so much a dance as it is a celebration and it encapsulates the essence of the film. So wonderful.
This review of Singin' in the Rain (1952) was written by Glenn C on 28 Jul 2012.
Singin' in the Rain has generally received very positive reviews.
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