Singin' in the Rain

In 1927 Hollywood, a silent film production company attempts to make the transition to sound after the first Talkie was just released. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly) and Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen) are some of the biggest silent film stars; the movie they are currently working on has been turned into a musical. Not only do they have problems capturing the sound, but Lina's voice is shrewd and even the dictation coach does not help. With the help of Cosmo (Donald O'Connor), a musician, and Kathy (Debbie Reynolds), an aspiring actress and Lina's voice dubb, they make the film a great success.

Surprisingly, when this film was first released, it did not receive much praise. Though, today it is considered a classic and one of the greatest musicals of all time. The bright colors not only exemplify a cheerful tone but remind us of the Technicolor brilliance of the first color films.  Though the whole soundtrack and soundscape is wonderful, the song “Singin' in the Rain” along with the sound of falling rain and Don jumping in puddles, creates a fantastic soundscape in an unforgettable scene. In fact, when filming the scene, Gene Kelly had a 103 degree fever. Directors Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen did an amazing job, especially since there are such diverse sets and visuals throughout the whole movie.