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 For Lovers of A Chorus Line Nov 24, 2009
Took my daughter to see this movie in the theaters when it came out. We both love the musical, A Chorus Line and hoped we would love this kind of documentary. We both loved it, so I knew I had to purchase the DVD when it came out. The storyline is well organized and I guess if you loved the musical getting a better understanding of how things happened and having scenes of the auditions for the revival just made things perfect.
More than I thought possible Nov 24, 2009
I saw this documentary at the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival. That four day period I saw about 15 documentaries. This was more than I could have ever expected even though I have been a fan of documentary film making for many years. The level of emotion shown in the course of the auditions was completely unexpected. The camera work and editing were unequaled. This film is a delight all the way through.
ONE! SINGULAR SENSATION!! Nov 15, 2009
OUTSTANDING!!! A CHORUS LINE is one of my favorite Broadway musicals and to hear the original meetings with Michael Bennett was such a treasure. Then to see how the characters unfolded through their auditions and what the casting team were looking for was a unique look inside the revival cast. I'm a huge fan of Nikki Snelson, but never knew she was in the running for "Val." Tyce DiOrio? Ugh. Jason Tam's 'Paul' monologue broke my heart. Outstanding!! Overall, a great product.
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 'What they did for love...' Nov 15, 2009
For the legions of theater lovers who treasure A CHORUS LINE this informative and fascinating little film will bring memories and tears and satisfaction. The story behind the film is a documentary of sorts that examines the remake of the now nearly thirty-five year old Broadway sensation of a show that was created by Michael Bennett from a recorded conversation with 'gypsies' (a common term for those who work the chorus line). The road from conception to completion for the original show is mirrored by the struggles to cast this re-staging. We are privileged to observe scores of talented dancer/singers as they try to satisfy the team that will have the final say in who is selected for the production. Those familiar with the original cast as well as the movie version or one of the many traveling troupes that have keep this show alive will make their own decisions about who is best for each of the roles. This provides a very immediate replay of the original idea, watching the reactions of each of the people who audition, learning about their own lives, and the importance that appearing in this production means to each. They take what could have been an insider's story and make it viable - which most certainly adds to the joy of seeing and hearing bits and pieces of one of the best shows Broadway ever produced. There is a lot of humor here, some very gut wrenching drama (as we see one of the dancers recreate Paul's monologue), and load of fine memories. Grady Harp, November 09
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A SENSATIONAL documentary! Nov 15, 2009
A fabulous story, not just for dancers,actors and singers, but for those who know them and love them. A special look inside a Broadway revival like you've never seen before. Anyone who's ever gone on a job interview, of any kind, can relate to this movie. The victory of landing the job, and the heartbreak of being rejected.
An absolutely wonderful documentary. A tribute to all the creators, and the immortilization of the greatest American written, Broadway show!
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