They're Called Classics: "Singin' in the Rain"

At the end of a month-long Netflix free trial, I have spent the ENTIRE weekend watching old movies on my computer. I can't even recall... any of them, actually, but the credits of Singin' in the Rain finally rolled just an hour ago.
I know it appears to be just a hokey musical from 1952, but it's really enjoyable. It's about film stars and studios who have to make the transition from silent films to "talkies." The male lead isn't terrible, but the female is a dumb blond whose high-pitched voice would make Fran Fine cry. Thus, a plot is born.

What's so great is that this isn't a romance, though there are a few sweet moments. The poster shows three characters: the main character, his love interest, and his best friend. But they're all co-workers and good friends, as evidenced by a musical number together.

Though only Gene Kelley's character literally follows the title's instruction by singing in a rainstorm, the characters metaphorically do it too. Despite the studio's trouble with incorporating a new style of film, these three make the best of the dreary situation and brainstorm a way to success. Thus, they sing in the rain and are "happy again."

By the way, a note on the lead actor, Gene Kelley, that famous dancer who (among other things) tap dances with Stewie on Family Guy. He has the prettiest smile I've ever seen. He looks rather like Dick Van Dyke in that respect.

Overall, excellent movie. I may watch it again.