[pointing to cake she came out of at beginning of scene] Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Really? Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): You mean lofty star with humble player? https://femalevillains.fandom.com/wiki/Lina_Lamont_(Singin%27_In_The_Rain)?oldid=189561. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): What’s the matter? [filming a scene with a microphone hidden in a bush] So hurt in fact that I haven’t been able to think about anything but you ever since. The invention of the sound pictures force the studio to remake Lina and Don's new picture, "The Dueling Cavalier", as a talkie picture. Rosco: Everybody used to wear them, Lina. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Talking pictures, that means I’m out of a job. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly) is a popular silent film star with humble roots as a hoofer and stuntman. Tell them to go home. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): Tah, Tey, Tye, Tow, Tyo. R.F. Simpson: Well, don’t just stand there. You sang as good as Kathy Selden. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): Cayyyyn’t. Kathy: Leave me alone. TCM played Singing in the Rain last week to celebrate the beautiful, talented, and inspirational Rita Moreno. When Don and Lina's latest film is transformed into a musical, Don has the perfect voice for the songs. [after filming a love scene] Rod: Lina, you’re a beautiful woman. At last I can start suffering and write … Movies are entertaining enough for the masses but the personalities on the screen just don’t impress me. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): You mean it’s going to say on the screen that I don’t talk and sing for myself? Can’t she take a gentle hint? Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Kathy… Rosco: Everybody go until further notice! Singin' in the Rain essays are academic essays for citation. Lina flees in humiliation. What a night, ladies and gentlemen, what a night! A classic 1952 Musical film from MGM, Singin' in the Rain happened when the legendary team of Comden and Green were given the keys to the studio's music vaults and told to pound out a script based on what they found inside. What’s the big idea? Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): I can’t undertand it. Moses Supposes in Style: A Close Reading of an Iconic Scene in Singin' in the Rain Simpson: Yes? The internet is clogged with myths about her late husband Gene Kelly’s iconic movie Singin’ in the Rain… and very few of them are true. You’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): [sings cheerfully] Here we are! Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): The only problem is once they release this movie, no-one’s gonna want to see me jump off the Woolworth building into a damp rag. I guess we have to take the little heartaches that go with it. Lina is played by the actress Jean Hagen. Jokes that are clean, funny, and for you! Don barely tolerates his vapid leading lady, Lina Lamont, who is convinced that their screen romance is real, although Don tries to tell her otherwise. A triple threat. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Laugh all you want, but at least the stage is a dignified profession. Phoebe Dinsmore: Caaaan’t I happen to be in love with her. The Coconut Grove Girls: [singing] All I do is dream of you the whole night through; with the dawn I still go on, dreaming of you. [after Don shows up late for a party] Singin' in the Rain Critics Consensus. R.F. You’ll have to wear a beard for that one of course. It stars Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont, two of the brightest silent film stars in Hollywood. Don tells the crowd all about his cultured, utterly refined upbringing, while flashbacks reveal that … R.F. Anything I can do? Mid Point: The Dueling Cavalier is a laughing stock of a movie so they have to change it up. Singin’ in the Rain blev nomineret til to Oscars. Singing in the Rain previews in Adelaide from 1st December at the Festival Theatre. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Yes, I think you were dueling and there was a girl – Lina Lamont. At the premier of the movie, Lina sings to a live audience with Kathy behind a curtain dubbing the song. Kathy Selden! Answer: Dignity, always dignity. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): I’m an actress… Singin' in the Rain er en amerikansk komedie musical -film fra 1952 med Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds og Donald O'Connor i hovedrollerne. Phoebe Dinsmore: And I can’t stand him. At the start of the film, she is the leading lady for Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly), and has appeared in many silent movies with him. At last I can stop suffering and write that symphony. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): [while filming a love scene] Why, you rattlesnake! Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Well haven’t ya heard? Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): [pointing at the bush] Well, I can’t make love to a bush! These examples are displayed through verbal and physical actions by male characters in the movie. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): I guess if I think about it I’ve seen eight or nine of them. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Where’d Miss Selden go? You’ve got to talk into the mike! Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Did you say *all* our pictures? Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): No. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): All right. Directed by Stanley Donen, Gene Kelly. Clever, incisive, and funny, Singin' in the Rain is a masterpiece of the classical Hollywood musical. After the first talking picture, The Jazz Singer, proves to be a smash hit, the head of the studio, R. F. Simpson, decides he has no choice but to convert the new Lockwood and Lamont film, The Dueling Cavalier, into a talkie. Being seen with me? Kathy Selden as Juliet, as Lady Macbeth, as King Lear. What dope’d wear a thing like this? Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): …on the stage. I think I’ll kill myself. Opening Image: Don Lockwood, Cosmo, And Kathy Seldon are dancing with umbrellas and singing the song “Singin’ In the Rain.” Then the credits come. And remember Lockwood, you might be trading that fiddle in for a harp! This gives the illusion that Lina has a nice voice, which itself creates a kind of irony, because we know this is … A second piece with similar intentions is when Lina sings “Singin’ in the Rain” towards the end of the movie. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Lina, You’ve never looked lovelier. But one look at aspiring actress Kathy Seldon, and he knew exactly what he was missing. In the movie, Lina plays a famous silent-movie star in the 1920's. Why not release the old one under a new title? Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Dignity. Really. Lina Lamont is the main antagonist in the 1952 musical "Singin' In The Rain". At a party for her and Don Lockwood (Gene Kelley), she sees Don talking to another girl, Kathy Seldes (Debbie Reynolds) and is instantly jealous. Kelly wasn't even the first choice to play Don Lockwood. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Well’s that’s funny – *I’m* busy. Every star in Hollywood’s heaven is here to make Monumental Pictures’ premiere of “The Royal Rascal” the outstanding event of 1927! Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Now that I know where you live I’d like to see you home. Lina Lamont is the main antagonist in the 1952 musical filmSingin' in the Rain. He yodels, he jumps around to music. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): That’s three weeks ago, you still thinking about that? R.F. Everybody knows you’re in love with me. Now he's swinging from lampposts, singing in the raindrops and ready for love. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): That’s what they said about the horseless carriage. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Well, we movie stars get the glory. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): I’m not in a play right now, but I will be. unless he strips Kathy of her recognition. What is Don Lockwood's motto? Bless you all. You’re nothing but a shadow on film… just a shadow. You’re a French aristocrat, she’s a simple girl of the people, and she won’t even give you a tumbrel. You got that poor kid fired. Note how my lips and the sound issuing from them are synchronized together in perfect unison. In the movie, Lina plays a famous silent-movie star in the 1920's. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Dig ditches! Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Thank you. Singing in the Rain is a musical comedy adapted from the book authored by Betty Comden and Adolph Green. Simpson: Save it? Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Oh, on the stage, well I’d like to see you act, what are you in right now? Just because you’re a big movie star, wild parties, swimming pools, you expect every girl to fall in a dead faint at your feet. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Well, yes! She’s hired! Come rain, come shine, come sleet, come snow, the show must go on. I could tell. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): [scoffing] Dignified profession. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Kathy, all the stories about Lina and me are sheer publicity. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): Oh, Donny, you don’t mean that. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Yeah, Lina, you looked pretty good for a girl. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): And I cayn’t stand’im. Rosco: Wise guy, eh? At last I can start suffering and write that symphony. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Hey, what’d you say that for? Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): That’s ridiculous. Phoebe Dinsmore: No, no, no Miss Lamont, Round tones, round tones. Tickets available from Bass outlets. Simpson: Cosmo, remind me to give you a raise. R.F. [Don’s about to start shooting a new movie] Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Oh, R.F. Phoebe Dinsmore: Can’t. Act II Kathy is recording Lina's singing and dialogue at night so that Lina won't find out. | The Hoppy Half-Pint, Funny movie quotes from Dracula: Dead and Loving It. Dora Bailey: Ladies and gentlemen, when you look at this gorgeous couple, it’s no wonder they’re a household name all over the world like… bacon and eggs. I’m through, fellas. The production is beset with difficulties, by far the worst being Li… Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Lina. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): That’s not all I’m gonna do if I ever get my hands on her. But as I we watched it more it started to grow on me and started to enjoy the movie. Diction Coach: Moses supposes his toeses are roses, but Moses supposes erroneously. A silent film production company and cast make a difficult transition to sound. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): You keep away from me! If you’ve seen one you’ve seen them all. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Well, if it isn’t Ethel Barrymore! Don has worked hard to get where he is today, with his former partner Cosmo. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): I can’t get her out of my mind. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Ladies and gentlemen, stop that girl, that girl running up the aisle. Simpson: What do you think of it, Dexter? On the screen she appears as a glamorous, refined and loving actress. Lina is played by the actress Jean Hagen. The Female Villains Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. She is a famous silent-movie star in 1920s Hollywood, and the co-star of the hero, Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly). [after Lina gets a pie thrown in her face] With Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Jean Hagen. R.F. You’re every thought, you’re everything, you’re every song I ever sing; summer, winter, autumn and spring. Everyone is breathlessly awaiting the arrival of Lina Lamont and Don Lockwood! Over the past few years, Paris's Théâtre du Châtelet has been home to some of the greatest productions of Broadway musicals ever staged in Europe. Well, you know Singin' in the Rain starts off at the 1927 premiere of the new Monumental Pictures film The Royal Rascal. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): I hope you’re going to favour us with something special tonight, say Lady Macbeth, or the balcony scene from Romeo and Juliet. Singin' in the Rain. [turns around] Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): What’s the matter with that girl? Cosmo Brown: Talking pictures, that means I'm out of a job. I must tear myself from your side! Your a criminal. It certainly seems more than that. Rosco: What? Believe me, I don’t like her half as much as I hate you, you reptile. The studio’s gotta keep their stars from looking ridiculous at any cost. Your email address will not be published. [Throws it at Don but hits Lina]. What is it? [after the demonstration of a talking picture] Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): No, no, don’t go. I mean… You-you were kissing him! People think we lead lives of glamour and romance, but we’re really lonely – terribly lonely. Originally, the producers thought of Howard … Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Excuse me. Simpson: Well, you can stop rolling at once. Lockwood and Lamont! Singin’ in the Rain emerged as a classic, considered by many to be the greatest Hollywood musical ever made. Singin' in the Rain (DVD) : With fame, fortune and fans galore, silent screen idol Don Lockwood thought he had it all. [moves amorously towards her] Stop her! Don and the studio heads gleefully raise the curtain, revealing Kathy doing the singing. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): Cayn’t. [she shakes her head “no”] Singin' in the Rain Takes Paris by Storm! No kidding, Cosmo. Rosco: Ok, everybody save it! Whilst the slightly dumb Lina mistakes the on-screen romance for real love, Don has no such interest. Singing’ in the Rain movie quotes – funny movie quotes from the classic musical, starring Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, Donald O’Connor, and Jean Hagen. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Well… I buy four or five a month. Furious, Lina threatens revenge. Den er instrueret af Stanley Donen og Gene Kelly, og Kelly har også stået for koreografien. Why, I make more money than – than – than Calvin Coolidge! Female dancer: She just grabbed her things and bolted. Simpson: Don, it’ll be a sensation! Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Oh? Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Don’t tell me. Singin’ in the Rain Film Analysis. I’d rather kiss a tarantula. I know that now. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): You read the fan magazines? Hah! Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): What can I do to you, I’m only a shadow. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): You and who else, you big lummox? Am I dumb or something? Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): Sticks and stones may break my bones… On a rainy night (Don, Kathy and Cosmo arrive with their raincoats - the same ones they wore during part of the opening titles when they sang "Singin' in the Rain"), the theatre preview showing of their first talkie for the studio, The Duelling Cavalier, is a hilarious disaster. It consists of some of the most cherished comedy routines, love ballads and dance numbers. This car hasn’t given me a lick of trouble in nearly 6 hours. Don has worked hard, for many years, to get where he is today, with his former vaudeville partner Cosmo who provides the piano accompaniment to his silent antics in the studio. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Block hats! Lina is outraged when she finds out, especially since it means Kathy will receive on screen credit for her work. Well, don’t you touch me! Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): [to Kathy, after she jumps out of the cake] Well, if it isn’t Ethel Barrymore. And in the words of that immortal bard, Samuel J. Snodgrass, as he was about to be led to the guillotine MAKE 'EM LAUGH. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Are you doing anything tonight, Miss Lamont? We’re shutting down for a few weeks. We’re missing every other word! Template:About Singin' in the Rain is a 1952 American musical comedy film directed and choreographed by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen, starring Kelly, Donald O'Connor, and Debbie Reynolds. It is directed by Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly starring the prolific actors Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor. [last lines] Rosco: Lina! Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Give me a raise. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Oh… But someone has told Lina what is going on and she burst in to catch Don and Kathy kissing. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): But anyway, to get back to the point, you and Miss Lamont do achieve a certain intimacy in all your pictures… Singin’ in the Rain opens at the 1927 premiere of The Royal Rascal, a costume drama starring above-the-credit silent film stars Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): [with a voice to peel paint] Well of *course* we talk. I was calling him Don before you were born! Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Why of course not. Lina finds out that Kathy will get on-screen credit for dubbing Lina's voice, and she threatens to sue R.F. [after picture is shown where Kathy is singing for Lina] Lina, however, mistakes the on-screen romance for real love. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): I said some awful things that night, didn’t I? The introduction of talking pictures poses a threat to the powerful duo, however, when it is discovered by audiences that Lina has an excruciatingly shrill voice. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): That’s what that Kathy Selden said to me that night. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Well, at least you’re taking it lying down. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Farewell, Ethel Barrymore! When Kathy attempts to hit Don with a pie he ducks and hits Lina instead. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): As long as I’m working for Monumental Pictures, you’re the greatest of ‘em all. I ain’t “people.” I am a – “a shimmering, glowing star in the cinema firmament.”. Out of anger and jealousy, Lina calls Kathy's employer and has her fired from her job. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Don’t be shy. The picture is nearly completed by R.F. When we first started to watch this movie in class, I thought that I was really not going to like it. I am but a humble jester, and you? I saw one once. I am not a fan of musical movies but this more enjoyable than I thought. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): What do they think I am? Essays for Singin’ in the Rain. She also has a high-pitched voice, which the studio heads try to keep secret to preserve her image. Don barely tolerates his vain, cunning, conniving, and shallow leading lady, Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen), though their studio, Monumental Pictures, links them romantically to increase their popularity. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): I’m no actor. But I must admit I was hurt by them. wants a production number. Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): You don’t mean that. Just air. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Oh, no offense. But I don’t go to the movies much. I’m going to New York… R.F. Always, dignity. I could brush up on my English, or bring along an interpreter, that is if they’d let in a *movie* actor. This means that Lina's voice will be heard by the public for the first time. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): I don’t remember. Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds): Stop! Rosco: What? Singin’ in the Rain was a 1950s movie based in the 1920s. Simpson: Lina, you were gorgeous! Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): Oh Donny! Lina's horrid voice is … Your email address will not be published. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Sorry, I don’t have time to find out. With Tenor, maker of GIF Keyboard, add popular Singing In The Rain Lina animated GIFs to your conversations. It’s a Hollywood law. Don Lockwood is a silent film star with humble roots as a musician, dancer and stunt man. [Don and Kathy sing “You Are My Lucky Star”]. Patricia Ward Kelly wants to set the record straight. Rosco: [after a take] We’re really rolling, Mr. Simpson. Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Don, how did you come, by way of Australia? A triple threat. But I’ve got – what have I got? Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen): Gee, this wig weighs a ton! Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Oh, thanks, R.F.! lift the curtain to reveal Kathy singing. The studio comes up with an idea to have Kathy dub Lina's voice. She told me so herself. The Raising of the Curtain (Dramatic Irony) At the end of the film, Lina pretends to sing "Singin' in the Rain" while Kathy does the actual singing into a microphone behind the curtain. “Lamont and Lockwood: they talk!” Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor): Make ‘em laugh! She can’t act, she can’t sing, she can’t dance. But don’t let Lina know she’s on the lot. Now look Lina, you shouldn’t believe all that banana oil Dora Bailey and the columnists dish out. Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly): Four or five… Inciting Incident: The producer of the studio discovers that Talking pictures is a big hit and they have to start doing talking pictures. Long people have short faces. 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