“Singin’ in the Rain” represents a self-reflexive film, which mirrors the society that Hollywood produces. The film encourages the free will and evolution of its characters and appeals to the romantic, positive side of its viewers. A major focus of the film is gender roles. Gene Kelly asserts his masculinity through energetic dance. Kelly’s characters faces difficulties throughout the film, but he always triumphs. His perseverant masculine spirit guides the other characters, produces security, and reinstates the traditional roles of male and female. Ultimately the film reveals the illusory nature of Hollywood, but articulates authenticity and truth through the relationships formed in the film.