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Unlike "American in Paris"which I reviewed on this blog,this film is as good as I remembered and I'm sure thats why Kubrick used the song in his film"Clockwork Orange"which was also reviewed on this blog.Released in 1952 and running 103 minutes,it's has more for the great Gene Kelly to do and reminds us how truly great Donald O'Connor was and americas sweetheart of that time,Debbie Reynolds.So strong is the light of those three you almost don't even realize that wonderful and sexy dancer Cyd Charisse appears near the end of the film or the small role that Rita Moreno has and even that veteran actress Jean Hagen.Its almost a perfect film.Even the story is cool.A bucket list film for musical and classic Hollywood cinema buffs.Oh and by the way,what Donald does in one off the wall dance maneuver I have only seen done two other times.By dance GOD Fred Astaire and Baseball/Football player Bo Jackson.Reason enough to see the film for the magical move.Its in a little number called "Make em laugh"Trailer URL follows the picture and a IMDB summary below.
In 1927, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a famous on-screen romantic pair. Lina, however, mistakes the on-screen romance for real love. Don has worked hard to get where he is today, with his former partner Cosmo. When Don and Lina's latest film is transformed into a musical, Don has the perfect voice for the songs. But Lina - well, even with the best efforts of a diction coach, they still decide to dub over her voice. Kathy Selden is brought in, an aspiring actress, and while she is working on the movie, Don falls in love with her. Will Kathy continue to "aspire", or will she get the break she deserves ? Written by Colin Tinto <cst@imdb.com>
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In 1927, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a famous on-screen romantic pair. Lina, however, mistakes the on-screen romance for real love. Don has worked hard to get where he is today, with his former partner Cosmo. When Don and Lina's latest film is transformed into a musical, Don has the perfect voice for the songs. But Lina - well, even with the best efforts of a diction coach, they still decide to dub over her voice. Kathy Selden is brought in, an aspiring actress, and while she is working on the movie, Don falls in love with her. Will Kathy continue to "aspire", or will she get the break she deserves ? Written by Colin Tinto <cst@imdb.com>
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