It's Always Fair Weather
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Movie Reviews of It's Always Fair Weather
Movie Review: An unappreciated Comden & Green gem
Summary: 5 Stars
This is not your typical MGM musical, and that's good for all of us. What sets it apart is the way authors Betty Comden and Adolph Green have shaped the characters. These are not perfect, starry-eyed lovers. These are complicated people who have suffered life's disappointments and are forced to grapple with them. They are downcast and frequently bad-tempered. I can't think of an earlier musical that dared such a treatment, with the exception of Pal Joey.
And yet, the maturity and darkness of this story are precisely what make it work and why the movie holds up so well today, better than many more-naive musicals, wonderful though they are. How many of us have looked back on our lives, saddened that they did not turn out as we had hoped? What we have left at the end of the day are our friendships and loves - the things that really mattered anyway. That's what Gene Kelly, Dan Dailey and Michael Kidd discover in this musical story of disillusionment and redemption.
But that may be putting too heavy a mark on this film, which is also full of exuberance, melody and wit. Gene Kelly's number, "I Like Myself," is a miracle; I watch it and shake my head at its complexity and grace. Dolores Gray is hilarious as a mawkish TV hostess who is a complete egomaniac. And Cyd Charisse turns in a superb performance as a cynical woman who learns the value of sincerity (her number, "Baby, You Knock Me Out" is terrific).
"It's Always Fair Weather" was probably ahead of its time in 1955. Decades later, it seems to better fit our times, in which irony is the common coin of our pop-culture language. This film is a personal favorite and I always enjoy introducing others to its many pleasures.
Movie Review: It's Always Fair Weather 1955
Summary: 5 Stars
When Gene Kelly (1913-1997) teams with Arthur Freed (1894-1973) , Stanely Donen (1924 - ) Betty Comden (1919 - 2006 ) and Adolph Green (1914-2002) the result is pure movie-musical alchemy: On The Town 1949 . Singin'in the rain 1952 , and its always fair weather 1955 . Sparkling with wit and exuberant numbers , its always fair weather centers on thee world war II buddies Gene Kelly , Dan Dailay (1913-1978 ), Michael Kidd (1919 - ), who wow to reunite for old times sake in 10 years . They do . and find friendship has fizzled -until a day of tangling with romance , fight game , the ad biz and a medium called TV restores their bond . Highlights include the buddies'high-spirited romp that uses trasch-cab lids as dancing shoes , elegant Cyd Charise (1921 - ) k.o of a routine with broken-nosed pugilists , and Gene Kellys joyful , astonishing tap dance on roller skates . Wow ! . High Quality transfer . Features not remastred . RecommendedMovie Review: Not "Fair" It's "Wonderful!"
Summary: 5 Stars
Maybe I have a special affection because it has been so neglected over the years. I first caught it years ago in a revival theatre in New York. When it finally was shown on TV it was pan and scanned! GOD AWFUL. Never watch the VHS of this film. Seeing only two wonderful dancers when there are three is very frustrating. Thank goodness for Turner Classics for showing it properly (my copy from TCM is almost always in the machine)
Can't wait for the extras. Too bad MGM waited so long for the release. It would have been wonderful to hear the cast and Adolph Greene do commentary. Are Michael Kidd, Cyd Charisse and Betty Compton doing any? That would be nice.
Trust me and the other raters of this movie. This is a real treat.
Movie Review: Gene Kelly proves he's the best, once again.
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie features a roller skating dance number by Gene Kelly that is outstanding, and is one of my favorite numbers by Mr. Kelly! Costarring Cyd Charisse, Dan Daily, and Michael Kidd, the movie includes wonderful dance numbers by all four. Entertaining plot. If you are a dance/musical fan, you'll defintely want to add this to your collection.Movie Review: Gene Kelly classic
Summary: 5 Stars
This film is a relatively neglected example of one of the MGM classic musicals. Michael Kidd and Gene Kelly both worked on the choreography, and although the story is a little bit weak, the singing and dancing is excellent. Watch out for the dance with the dustbin lids!