10. An American in Paris (1951)
It's Gene Kelly's second best musical. The songs are great (I Got Rhythm, anyone?) but the best thing about this movie is the dancing, the last 15 minutes are pure musical, they didn't sing but all the did was dancing, it's crazy.
9. 42nd Street (1933)
We're like watching the drama that happened before the musical show that is going to be held, you won't find too many singing/dancing in here (the singing and dancing scenes are mostly in the scene when they're rehearsing), but once you follow the movie until the last 10 minutes, all the waiting and drama are worth it. The choreography is fantastic and so beautiful.
8. The Sound of Music (1965)
I didn't mean to be cliche but this movie is like the only fucking classic musical that everybody familiar with (even today's generation that don't really watch classic know this movie). We all spent our childhood watching this movie. The memorable songs like Do Re Mi, Sound of Music, 16 Going on 17, Favorite Things, Edelweiss, etc are so nostalgic.
7. West Side Story (1961)
I gotta admit, I didn't like this movie when I first saw it, I thought it's too gay but it's kinda growing on me after I watched it again and again. I started to love the songs and the dance at the party (that Mambo thing was pretty cool). It's like the musical version of Romeo and Juliet cause this movie was adapted from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
6. Fantasia (1940)
A real feast for the eyes. It's a Disney's movie with the real Disney spirit in it. At one part, you'll laugh but in another part you'll feel hypnotized. Seriously, it's like watching opera (esp. the last part "Night at the Bald Mountain" and that Ave Maria song.. holy God). The best Disney's movie I've ever watched (Disney's cooperation with Pixar doesn't count).
5. Ziegfeld Follies (1946)
I've always loved Ziegfeld Follies with their songs and shows. This movie is actually the compilation of several musical numbers and short comedy show. I like Fanny Bryce' part, Judy Garland's also great and the best of all the duet between two musical legend, the beloved Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire.
4. Sita Sings the Blues (2009)
People need to see this movie, it's like a fun feminist movie. Nina Paley successfully combine old jazz songs from Annette Hanshaw with today's catchy tunes. The narration is very honest because they are unscripted.
3. Moulin Rouge! (2001)
Two words to sum up this movie: Spectacular! Spectacular!
This is the best modern musical with great set, various songs combined into a great medley, great chemistry between the two lead actor and actress and great theatrical numbers.
2. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)
In this movie you can see Marylin Monroe and her most memorable musical number: Diamonds are Girl's Best Friend. She's funny as hell, so was Jane Russell. If you want a good laugh and great songs, you can check out this movie.
1. Singin' in the Rain (1952)
The. best. musical. ever. created. by. human. being.
Hands down for this musical, all the songs, dancing and comedy just fit everybody's taste. Gene Kelly's amazing tap dance, Goofy Donald O'Connor, cute Debbie Reynolds and scene stealer Jean Hagen. Seriously, Fred Astaire can wash Gene Kelly's dishes.
Honorable mention:
* Funny Face (1957) - I love the costumes and the photos but most of all I love Audrey Hepburn.
* My Fair Lady (1964) - Fashion lover should love this movie. The costumes are truly high fashion.
* Grease (1978) - All the catchy songs like You're the One that I Want, Summer Night, Grease Lightning, etc.
* Wizard of Oz (1939) - One of the best song in musical movie: Somewhere Over the Rainbow
* South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut (2001) - Shut your fucking face, Uncle Fucker!
* Chicago (2002) - Cell Block Tango and the Nowadays - Not a Honey Rag are fucking amazing.
* Meet Me in St. Louis - Judy Garland sang to the most sentimental Christmas song: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.
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