Paul and Corey Cross the Streams is a bi-monthly podcast in which hosts Paul Pakler and Corey Pepper watch and review streaming content. It’s the Great American Podcast where two friends learn about life as they float down the river of streaming services.

Let’s put on a show! It’s season 8 for Paul and Corey Cross the Streams, and this season we’re watching musicals. It’s a singular art form with a dynamic history, and we get to listen to a lot of cast recordings…

This week, Paul wanted to take on another of the movie musical canon: Singin’ in the Rain (1952)!

Where to begin with Singin’ in the Rain? Arguably the best movie musical, appearing in Sight and Sound polls and AFI lists. Referenced in countless other films, TV shows, and other media. We discuss the careers and styles of co-directors Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen. We discuss producer/musical composer Arthur Freed (asshole!) and the authors of the screenplay Betty Comden and Adolph Green. We discuss the careers and talents of Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, Donald O’Connor, Jean Hagen, and Cyd Charisse. We discuss the oft-debated topic of who-was-better: Fred Astaire or Gene Kelly? 

We even discuss why Corey doesn’t really love this movie…

It’s a great episode of a part of cinema history.

This Episode’s Focus: Singing in the Rain (1952)
Host’s Choice: Paul Pakler
Stream on: Stream on HBO Max; Rent on all the usual suspects
Corey’s Recipe Recommendations for This Episode: Chestnut Recipes and Easy Cheddar Chive Biscuits

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