SSP Cinema Classics 5 - Singin' in the Rain
Media Matters Podcast Network by Michael Wilson
Episode notes
Cinema Classics Number 5 - "Now you could study Shakespeare, And be quite elite, And you could charm the critics, And have nothing to eat, Just slip on a banana peel, The world's at your feet."
Get ready to don your raincoats and galoshes! This week, despite our planned guest being out due to a medical emergency, our indefatigable hosts Mike and D.K. are here to whisk you away to the golden age of Hollywood with a dazzling review of the 1952 musical masterpiece, 'Singin' in the Rain'. Join us as we dive into the backstory of this legendary film, uncovering the behind-the-scenes drama and what went into everything from the physical comedy of "Make 'Em Laugh" to Gene Kelly's iconic puddle-splashing routine. We'll discuss the film's tumultuous production, the choreographic wizardry, and the unforgettable performances by Debbie Reynolds ...