Talking Pictures, Talking Pictures!

Ok, the big moment you've been waiting for is finally here!  I bring you the big Singin' in the Rain Giveaway of 2012! 

I am so proud to have the opportunity to partner with Warner Brothers distribution to offer this stellar giveaway...TWO Lilac and Lace readers have the chance to win their very own copy of the new 60th Anniversary Singin' in the Rain Special Collectors Edition set which includes everything you see here...

Pretty snazzy huh?  Ready to win?  Here's what you need to do - 

  -You must  be a follower of this blog either on GFC, Bloglovin or subscribe to the feed.  And you must leave a comment on this post about what you love most about the movies

For extra entries:

 - Follow me on Twitter or Facebook

 - Tweet this:  "Enter to win a special copy of the new Collectors Edition of #Singin'InTheRain on #Lilac&Lace http://lilaclace.blogspot.com/ @sugrplums26

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Be sure to leave a separate comment for each of these items and each will count as another chance to win! I will choose the winners on Friday Evening! 

Best of Luck to You!  

"Dignity...Always Dignity"

One thing about Singin' in the Rain that you may not realize: It is busting with hilarious lines that have become regular phrases in my life and amongst my family.  There are some real classics in there...All part of the comedic genius that was Betty Comden and Adolph Green.  There was a time in my life when I dreamed of being able to write like them...Uh, actually, that time is still now!  They are awesome and, in my humble opinion, they wrote some of the best films of the 20th century!  

So now here's a bit of Singin' in the Rain Typography fun for you.  Click the images to enlarge and print!  All designed by me, with the cloud and raindrop image from The Ink Nest.  

You can also download the high resolution pdf's here.

Check back later for the big giveaway!

Gotta Dance!

My friend Olivia once told me that she disliked Singin' in the Rain because of the whole "broadway melody" sequence at the end and I can understand how people who may not like watching dance could get bored with this part of the film.  But I adore this whole sequence!  And I love Cyd Charisse too...She is so stunning!

Here's a little clip from that part of the film.  I love how it's essentially a ballet integrated into the story and it basically comes out of no where.  The first part of this video is one of my favorite Gene Kelly dance moments...His choreography is just so classic Kelly and you can tell that his movements are just completely natural and organic - He is clearly enjoying every moment!

I'm Dancin' and Singin' in The Rain...

Today my favorite film, Singin' in the Rain, is released on Blu-Ray  And a special 60th Anniversary Collectors Edition is also being released. This alone is grounds for celebration in my book!

I wanted to do something special on the blog today in honor of the release.  Because, while I know that there are dozens of reasons why I chose to train to become a dancer, nothing inspired that dream more than this film.  And I realize that may sound cheesy, but what can I say?  It's true.  I remember watching it when I was as young as 3 years old and just being blown away by Gene Kelly and Donald O'Connor.  Everything they did looked like so much fun, and that was it for me - I was hooked.  I was going to be a dancer and dance in the rain. 

But even if you aren't a dancer, or aren't into musicals, Singin' in the Rain is still a wonderful film that I'm sure you'd enjoy.  From the witty humor, to the Hollywood history, to the fabulous 1920's costumes, to the catchy tunes and sweet love story - This movie is simply perfect.  Obviously I am biased, but I really do think it's one of those films that you can't help but enjoy.  

And of course, there is the quintessential Hollywood movie musical number - "Singin' in the Rain."  There is so much dance folklore around that scene, like how Gene Kelly had a fever that day of filming and was sick as a dog.  It's one of those repeated tales dancers tell each other as a way to encourage ourselves to push through the pain and perform.  It's just such a simple piece, but so brilliant and so well composed - And it really does inspire you to dance!  Well...It inspires me to anyway...But it also just makes me feel happy.  It reinvigorates me and fills me with a joy for life.  Take a look... 

What a Glorious Feeling! 

Now, I hope some of you watched that and I hope it made you happy!  In honor of this epic movie I'm going to be hosting a special giveaway later today and I'll be sharing more fun Singin' in the Rain clips, music and more!  So stay tuned!