Classic Film Musicals

Here's a New Years Resolution that's fun and easy too. Watch more parade movies with your friends and family.

Dec 9, 2009 - Gil Mansergh

One of the most popular Christmas movies is Holiday Inn. A sentimental storyline, along with singing and dancing, make this 1942 movie a must-see for all ages.

Dec 3, 2009 - Kerri Carpenter

Vincente Minnelli's debut film as director was the MGM musical Cabin in the Sky. It featured an all-black cast which shone in its acting, singing and dancing.

Sep 19, 2009 - Susan Z. Swan

Angela Lansbury stars in this story filled with music and magic that takes place in Britain during World War II.

Sep 2, 2009 - Francine Brokaw

On September 23, 2009 The Wizard of Oz returns to theaters in over 400 cities nationwide.

Aug 28, 2009 - Kathleen Strelow

The classic movie, Meet Me in St. Louis, is the perfect model of a wholesome MGM musical. A period film set in 1903 St. Louis, it stars Judy Garland and Margaret O'Brien.

Aug 17, 2009 - Susan Z. Swan

The making of Hollywood's greatest musical was riddled with problems, illness, personalities and tears, some surprising and some inspiring.

Aug 10, 2009 - Deborah Read

Gene Kelly was a Broadway performer destined for the success only Hollywood could offer. It's no wonder his name became synonymous with the movie musical.

Aug 10, 2009 - Deborah Read

Looking for films to rent that will leave you dancing and humming catchy tunes? Then check out this list of DVDs to rent for fans of Broadway plays.

Jun 11, 2009 - Michael Jung

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the classic film, The Wizard of Oz. Through the years the movie has been enjoyed by several generations.

Jun 11, 2009 - Francine Brokaw

Shirley MacLaine at the top of her game and brilliant direction from Bob Fosse equals a musical with heart and the legs to endure.

Jun 7, 2009 - Heather Lin

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers last danced together over half a century ago, but they remain perhaps the most iconic dancing partners.

Mar 18, 2009 - M.L. Costa

Walt Disney's Mary Poppins 45th Anniversary Edition DVD is practically perfect in every way. 9/10.

Feb 10, 2009 - Dominic von Riedemann

Although usually criticised Elvis mid to late 60's movies were still relevant for their times.

Oct 7, 2008 - Jorge Carrega

Usually classified as travelogues the Elvis Presley films made from 1960 to 1965 were not as formulaic as they seem to be.

Sep 19, 2008 - Jorge Carrega

Elvis Presley starred in 33 Hollywood films. The majority were musicals but the singer's contribution to the genre was never fully acknowledged.

Sep 17, 2008 - Jorge Carrega

The Who's rock opera film remains a divisive but inspired work.

Aug 18, 2008 - Colin Odell

A remake of the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show is in the pipeline but do we really need to do the Time Warp again?

Aug 14, 2008 - Colin Odell

The Wizard Of Oz is a classic film which tells of a young girl trying to get home. It also lends itself to multiple readings of which a psychological approach is one.

Jul 19, 2008 - Martyn Coppack

You're watching a movie that is in no way, shape, or form a musical and then BAM! Steve Carell is harmonizing and shaking his money-maker.

May 27, 2008 - Jennie Mancinone

The French they are a funny race, it's been said - and when it was said musically in 1958, the result was the Oscar for Best Picture

Feb 15, 2008 - Dan Lalande

In a time of social and political unrest, the musical film drew millions to the movies. This popularity was reflected in a record setting four Oscar musical winners.

Feb 7, 2008 - John K. Davis

The Academy Awards chose two musicals in the 1930s as best picture. One has not aged well, but is still interesting. The other has survived mainly because of its acting.

Feb 5, 2008 - John K. Davis

A live-action TV movie adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic tale, Alice in Wonderland! 9/10

Jun 9, 2007 - John M. Gugie