Movie Chicago
I didn't expect much going into Chicago. Although I had read severalraving reviews, I still didn't believe that all that glitz and glamourcould come off as being truly comedic, entertaining, or fun. Basically Iexpected a lackluster, over-the-top Hollywood production with some big namebillings to rake in the dough. But not only did Richard Gere, ReneeZellweger, Catharine Zeta-Jones, and Queen Latifah light up the screen withtheir song and dance: the entire cast and crew contributed to a marvelous
When the female convicts don heir sexiestlingerie for a jail-house rock, I felt a sensory overload from the songlyrics coupled with costume, set design, and sheer musical talent. Rather, the women are allowed to speak-and sing-forthemselves. Whether struggling performers like Kelly and Hart or simplyspurned lovers, the female convicts speak out against male oppressionthrough song and dance. The solo songs in Chicago were especially poignant, especially theones with elaborate choreography. Chicago is a true musical comedy like any classicRogers and Hammerstein. Especially surprising was Richard Gere's musical number; not only can hecarry a tune with aplomb but he looks good while doing it. His role offersjust enough spice to shake up the meow mix without detracting too much fromthe female stars of the film. Director Rob Marshall deservesaccolades for being able to deliver such a titillating production thatevokes not only laughter but a renewed appreciation for the lost art ofmovie musicals. Catharine Zeta-Jones plays catty starletVelma Kelly, the arch-rival of budding success Roxie Hart (ReneeZellweger); their solo numbers and duets convey their emotional ups anddowns and demonstrate that these two critically acclaimed and world-famousactors also have a decent set of pipes. Chicago is pierced with irony: the story is set in a prison, and mostof the women inside are murderers. The sets, songs, and dances are delightfully,purposefully over-the-top. However, Chicago delivers its goods to a modernaudience and can therefore appeal easily to younger generations. Yet the plot does not focus on theirmoral shortcomings.
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