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Published 15:06 IST, February 9th 2020

Hollywood musical movies that created a huge impact on the industry and viewers

Hollywood has churned out quite a few musicals that have had a lasting impact on the viewers as well as the industry. Here is a list of such musical movies.

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While singing and dancing might be a thing in Bollywood, Hollywood prides itself on being more practical. However, they too have their fair share of musical movies where the characters have had song and dance routines to entertain their viewers. Here is a list of some of the top musical movies that have made a huge impact on the audience:

La La Land

While musical movies in Hollywood were mostly a thing of the past, La La Land brought it to the forefront. Starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, the movie created a huge impact on the audience and also impressed critics. It went on to receive nominations and awards at various award functions. The story of La La Land revolves around a pianist and an actor who fall in love while trying to make a career for themselves in Los Angeles.

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The Sound of Music

One of the golden movies of the era that has gone by, The Sound of Music still manages to entertain its viewers. The story revolves around the Von Trapp children who fall in love with their new nanny, a nun for whom the convent does not seem to be the place. Trying to find happiness during the troubled times of World War I, the Trapp family is then forced to abandon their home and seek out shelter somewhere else. Julie Andrews impressed everyone with her charming smile and impeccable performance making The Sound of Music one of the top musical movies of all time.

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Into the Woods

Based on the myriad fairy tales by the Grimm Brothers, Into the Woods is also one of the top musical movies of Hollywood. The tales of Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, Cinderella, and Little Red Riding Hood are woven into an original story of a baker and his wife. The ensemble cast of Into the Woods boasts of Meryl Streep, Anna Kendrick, Emily Blunt, Chris Pine, Johnny Depp, and many more.

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Image source: La La Land Instagram, Sound of Music Instagram

Updated 15:06 IST, February 9th 2020