Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

Growing up we watched a lot of old movies and musicals because, well, my Mom made us and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers is still one of my all time favorites.  I don't know if I would have found some of my favorite old movies on my own one day or not, but I appreciate my Mom for always having them on our TV.
Today I put this movie in the DVD player and had fun singing, dusting, vacuuming and dancing.  While watching I had some strange thoughts: I wonder how many of these people are still alive?  (I know, morbid, but it just seems like forever ago)  If they remade this movie today, what actors would play each character?  This movie isn't exactly politically correct at times but did anyone in 1954 complain?
I hope there are parents out there still making their kids sit through these movies so no one misses out on finding a movie that can make them enjoy an afternoon cleaning!
Thanks Mom!