Singin' in the rain

(Image from Amazon)

I've got to admit I didn't think I was going to like Singin' in the Rain. I've discovered I'm a bit of a snob about old movies but it was a musical and my friend Jackie was excited to watch it so I gave it a go.

Things I liked

The dancing - Most of the songs were absolutely ace but my favourites were the ones with dance numbers. I love that style of dance and it's something that don't really see in films now.

Cosmo - He is definitely the best character. He's absolutely hilarious and it was cool to see his physical comedy.

Things I didn't like

Lina - Her voice went straight through me and she was such a diva!

The slow songs - Some of the songs were a bit of a snooze fest and the slower ones seemed to go on for ever. I was also a bit baffled about Don's broadway number, I'm still not sure how that fits in with the film.

Verdict

I probably should have known I'd love this as I've not really found a bad musical, Cosmo, Don and Kathy were a great trio. It was a bit let down with the slow numbers though. 4/5