Singin' in the Rain
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Singin' in the Rain is a 1952 musical film directed by Gene Kelly, starring Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds. It drew a wide audience and shaped its genre.
Plot
In 1927, silent film stars Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont attend the premiere of their latest film, The Royal Rascal, produced by Hollywood studio Monumental Pictures. On the red carpet, Don tells the story of his rise to stardom, claiming to have grown up cultured and highly educated. His words are contradicted by flashbacks showing his humble roots as a hoofer, vaudeville musician and stuntman alongside his childhood best friend and longtime collaborator Cosmo Brown, accompanied by the song "Fit as a Fiddle". Don also expresses his admiration for Lina, feeding rumors of a secret romance between them. In reality, the rumors are a publicity stunt and Don barely tolerates Lina, although she believes that he loves her.
Production
Written by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, the film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Nacio Herb Brown composed the score. Harold Rosson handled the cinematography. The film runs 103 minutes. The crew and editing refined every shot.
Reception
On a budget of $2,540,800, Singin' in the Rain grossed $7,200,000 worldwide at the box office. A critic consensus praised its screenplay and score.
Legacy
Its legacy endures through a remake, a sequel and a lasting franchise; later cinema cites its influence and symbolism.
See also
References
- "The 100 Greatest Films of All Time". topfilms100. Retrieved 30 June 2026.
- Ebert, Roger. The Great Movies. Broadway Books.
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