Singin’ in the Rain

Singin’ in the Rain (1952) is widely considered to be one of the greatest–if not the greatest–film musicals. With numerous iconic songs and dances, in addition to the performance of the title number cemented in film history, there is much to celebrate in relation to this beloved classic.

Andrew Buchman’s Singin’ in the Rain: Oxford Guides to Film Musicals is an exceptionally thorough exploration of this movie musical. Buchman’s impressive research takes readers through the conception, production, and influence of the musical. In addition to being filled with a treasure trove of information about this film, the book delves into screenplay revisions as well as cuts and overall choreography.

Fans of the film and its stars will surely enjoy this book. Even if familiar with this musical, I can guarantee you will still learn a great deal more about it!


Singin’ in the Rain: Oxford Guides to Film Musicals is available for purchase via Oxford University Press.

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About Annette Bochenek

Dr. Annette Bochenek of Chicago, Illinois, is an avid scholar of Hollywood’s Golden Age. She manages the Hometowns to Hollywood blog, in which she writes about her trips exploring the legacies and hometowns of Golden Age stars. Annette also hosts the “Hometowns to Hollywood” film series throughout the Chicago area. She has been featured on Turner Classic Movies and is the president of TCM Backlot’s Chicago chapter. In addition to writing for TCM Backlot, she also writes for Classic Movie Hub, Silent Film Quarterly, Nostalgia Digest, and Chicago Art Deco Society Magazine.
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