Pennies from Heaven

Set during the Great Depression, this musical drama follows a down-on-his-luck sheet music salesman who escapes his bleak reality through elaborate and fantastical musical numbers. Starring Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, and Christopher Walken, the film juxtaposes the harshness of real life with the escapist allure of Hollywood musicals. Directed by Herbert Ross, the movie is notable for its innovative use of lip-synced performances to classic songs. You can view it for free on Soap2day.