Need to cheer yourself up? You can watch this film which is a real machine to put you in a good mood. It is available for streaming.
Need a cozy or comedic film to cheer yourself up ? The seventh art is full of gems when morale is low or we need to disconnect from everyday life. One of them is even a classic in the history of Hollywood cinema, considered one of the best films of all time in many rankings. Long accessible only for purchase or rental, it can now be seen on a subscription streaming platform in France.
Released in 1952, it is is, still today, a staple of American musicals, but also of the seventh art in general. This feature film, directed by Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly (who also plays in the film), takes the viewer behind the scenes of Hollywood, while silent cinema is being overtaken by the arrival of talkies. In details, Let’s sing in the rain follows silent actor Don Lockwood who forms an ultra-glamorous movie couple with Lina Lamont. In reality, the two stars can’t stand each other, and the actress especially has an irritating shouty voice. The arrival of talking cinema causes tragedy for this duo, which could however be saved by a promising young actress, Kathy Selden.
It is not for nothing that Let’s sing in the rain has crossed the ages and generations to establish itself as an immense classic of cinema. Even if musicals aren’t your cup of tea, it’s hard not to succumb to the humor and impressive performances throughout the film. The work is regularly called the best musical of all time, and is the fifth best film of all time by the American Film Institute
This musical comedy is full of hilarious scenes, based on comic gestures or situations, in addition to being served by a joyful and catchy original soundtrack and a touch of the 50s which gives it an irresistible charm. The film is punctuated by several high-flying song and dance numbers performed by the main trio of actors (Gene Kelly who needs no introduction, Debbie Reynolds who is also Carrie Fisher’s mother, and Donald O’Connor) .
The unforgettable “Moses Suposes”, the catchy “Singing in the rain”, the jovial “Good Morning” or the impressive “Make em Laugh” have all the qualities to make you forget your everyday worries. Let’s sing in the rain can be seen on the new Max streaming platform.