A Chorus Line

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Summary: A Chorus Line-The Movie: Not Too Good...My Suggestions
Review: People! Come on, this movie is wonderful. I grew up watchiing it over and over. It is good from start to finish, and yes if you are wondering I have seen the on stage version. Both were terrific. I dare you not to be humming the tunes the next day. Five stars for sure!!!!!!!!!!!

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Summary: A Travesty
Review: "A Chorus Line" is probably the worst Broadway-to-film adaptation ever, ripping out the heart and soul of the stage version and making it into a Michael Douglas Movie. For the most glaring example, try Paul's monologue, which shifts the intensity away from the subject at hand and emphasizes Douglas as a Sensitive Guy when he should be totally forgotten. The only redeemable movie-ized bit is the opening sequence, in which the shots of long lines of auditioners is kind of fun. The new songs add nothing. Someone should record a competent stage version of this show to capture more of the experience (but not all; it's impossible for film to replicate the intimacy of a live performance in a theater), as the original cast recording is brilliant but incomplete. Until then, the worst thing about this movie is that many unsuspecting souls will see it and believe that they've seen "A Chorus Line." I usually believe that any kind of documentation is better than none, but I'll gladly make an exception here.

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Summary: A GARISH, HARD-KNOCKS LIFE IN AN EXEMPLARY LOOKING DVD
Review: "A Chorus Line" is the film version of the Broadway smash hit about a troupe of dancers (notice I didn't say young)auditioning for their chance to hit the big time on Broadway. Boy, talk about cyclical logic: from Broadway to Hollywood to Broadway to box office bomb! Unfortunately for director, Richard Attenborough nothing is quite as thrilling as being in the live audience on opening night. However, the film does have its moments. Michael Douglas heads the cast as a wary, though compassionate, Broadway choreographer who's looking for his eight hungry hopefuls. He finds them and the truth beyond the footlights in a bittersweet story that, At the time of its release, was generally reamed by the critics for its hockum, heavy-handed direction and lack of stardust magic.
TRANSFER: There's lots to celebrate here. A near flawless transfer from MGM that sparkles with a well balanced color palette that, while dated, captures the luster of 80s Technicolor. Black and contrast levels are right on. Occasionally the picture looks a tad on the soft side but fine detail is fully realized throughout. There are no digital anomalies for a smooth picture. The audio is 5.1 and provides a very nice spread over all channels.
EXTRAS: A Marvin Hamlisch retrospective that's short but refreshing and an audio commentary.
BOTTOM LINE: This is a vintage 80s lemon that squeezes more like an orange. It's not nearly as sour as the critics of its day claimed and, since the transfer is fairly rich and stunning I have to recommend this one for your DVD library, especially if you're a musical buff.

Rating:
Summary: A GARISH, HARD-KNOCKS LIFE IN AN EXEMPLARY LOOKING DVD
Review: "A Chorus Line" is the film version of the Broadway smash hit about a troupe of dancers (notice I didn't say young)auditioning for their chance to hit the big time on Broadway. Boy, talk about cyclical logic: from Broadway to Hollywood to Broadway to box office bomb! Unfortunately for director, Richard Attenborough nothing is quite as thrilling as being in the live audience on opening night. However, the film does have its moments. Michael Douglas heads the cast as a wary, though compassionate, Broadway choreographer who's looking for his eight hungry hopefuls. He finds them and the truth beyond the footlights in a bittersweet story that, At the time of its release, was generally reamed by the critics for its hockum, heavy-handed direction and lack of stardust magic.
TRANSFER: There's lots to celebrate here. A near flawless transfer from MGM that sparkles with a well balanced color palette that, while dated, captures the luster of 80s Technicolor. Black and contrast levels are right on. Occasionally the picture looks a tad on the soft side but fine detail is fully realized throughout. There are no digital anomalies for a smooth picture. The audio is 5.1 and provides a very nice spread over all channels.
EXTRAS: A Marvin Hamlisch retrospective that's short but refreshing and an audio commentary.
BOTTOM LINE: This is a vintage 80s lemon that squeezes more like an orange. It's not nearly as sour as the critics of its day claimed and, since the transfer is fairly rich and stunning I have to recommend this one for your DVD library, especially if you're a musical buff.

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Summary: unforgettable music; captivating story-line;witty & real
Review: "Chorus Line" (stage version) is making the rounds this winter season and I can't wait to see it again; very few musicals have presented the unforgettable sound of the finale,exciting enough to send chills down your spine, together with a rapid moving story-line that ties the show together. The video version holds your attention from opening to finale; it's a procenium-like experience and if you can't get to the stage show, this video will faithfully reproduce it for you. You'll want to see it everytime you spy the cover. Unfortunately, the VHS is out of print--but probably not for long once the stage play begins to make the scene.

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Summary: Choras Line is a great musical that will capture your heart!
Review: A Choras Line is about dancing, singing, acting men, and woman. They are struggling to make the cut for the broadway musical, A Choras Line. They are narrowed down to a special selected few. Now it is all up to the director to pick the men and woman that will be in the big show. I have seen A Choras Line over 20 times and I'll still see it over and over again!

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Summary: Suprise! Suprise!
Review: A Chorus Line has always been a favorite movie of mine because it has great music and exciting dancing. It can also be quite funny. Michael Douglas does a fabulous job as well as many of the other cast members. This movie is very fun but should not be watched with a serious mindset.

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Summary: good grief
Review: A Chorus Line is a truly great show, when performed onstage keeping true to the original *ahem* SONGS, but the movie kind of failed in the attempt to re-create the magic. I mean, "Music and The Mirror" is a perfect example. Did they think it was too subtle for the movie-watching American public? Did it really have to be replaced with something as blunt as "Let Me Dance For You"? Puh-leaze. And they cut out the entire montage, which really helps in exploring the character's personalities, etc. Why did Cassie seem like such an...annoyance? She did interrupt "I Can Do That". She did harass him into giving her a role. She didn't seem graceful, like in the stage version. (ie, falling while getting into the taxi) I really liked the Sheila, and I loved Terrance Mann. I also found the drag show monologue very well done. It's good, but not even close to the singular sensation it was onstage.

Rating:
Summary: good grief
Review: A Chorus Line is a truly great show, when performed onstage keeping true to the original *ahem* SONGS, but the movie kind of failed in the attempt to re-create the magic. I mean, "Music and The Mirror" is a perfect example. Did they think it was too subtle for the movie-watching American public? Did it really have to be replaced with something as blunt as "Let Me Dance For You"? Puh-leaze. And they cut out the entire montage, which really helps in exploring the character's personalities, etc. Why did Cassie seem like such an...annoyance? She did interrupt "I Can Do That". She did harass him into giving her a role. She didn't seem graceful, like in the stage version. (ie, falling while getting into the taxi) I really liked the Sheila, and I loved Terrance Mann. I also found the drag show monologue very well done. It's good, but not even close to the singular sensation it was onstage.

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Summary: I watch it over and over again. A classic!
Review: A chorus line is a wonderful movie. I love to dance and sing and this movie is perfect for someone like me. It's a very entertaining movie that you can watch over and over again and not get bored. It's wonderful!