The Classic Film "Singin' in the Rain"

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This paper explains that the classic film "Singin' in the Rain" appeals to a broad audience because not only is it a good song and dance movie but also it contains the genre of romance and comedy. The author points out that the musical aspect of the film combines backstage and integrated styles; the fifteen song and dance routines are based on different themes throughout the film, which provides built-in unity through its structure of repetition and variation. The paper relates that the romantic aspect of the film helps to create drama in the plot, carry the plot along and create empathy for Kathy's character; the comedic aspect of the film helps bring it together productively.

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"Another ideology of the film was dignity. Don repeats his famous line, "Dignity, always dignity" as he tells the story of how he maintained his esteem when working his way to the top. Kathy strives to maintain her dignity when she does the singing for Lina because she isn't getting credit for her vocal talent as she should be. The studio heads keep Lina from speaking in public without Kathy backing her up because they fear that if the audience hears Lina's real voice she will lose the dignity in her career. Even though Cosmo never became a huge star like Don he still maintains his cheerfulness and dignity and continues to fully support his friend."

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