Trivia: The final film Hollywood legend Gene Kelly was involved with before his death in 1996. He served as a consultant for the choreography of the musical numbers. The film was also reportedly somewhat inspired by his life.
Trivia: Originally intended to be a major theatrical release. However, after production company Turner Broadcasting was merged with Time Warner, the latter decided to simply burn off the film by releasing it into theaters with little promotion. As a result, despite receiving good reviews, the movie bombed in theaters. However, it has gained a cult following in the years since its release.