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Chorus Line

Michael Douglas , Terrence Mann , Richard Attenborough    PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)   DVD
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If you've never seen this popular production performed on stage in its original form as one of the longest-running musicals in Broadway history, the movie version is probably your next best option--heck, it's your only option! But beware the major difference between the experience of stage and screen, because A Chorus Line is a perfect example of a show that doesn't translate well from one medium to another. Director Richard Attenborough gives it his best shot, cutting some of the production numbers and adding new ones while "opening up" the show to explore the off-stage lives of struggling performers as they prepare for another grueling audition. Michael Douglas plays the harsh, workaholic director who puts the auditioning "gypsies" through the paces, winnowing a large group of hopefuls down to eight lucky cast members for his next big show. There's a subplot about the director's former girlfriend, who returns for the big audition, and along the way the other hopefuls sing and dance while revealing their various hopes and fears. On screen, the musical works best when focused on its dramatic passages; otherwise it's impossible to escape the fact that this material is best suited to live performance. --Jeff Shannon

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CHORUS LINE


Genre: Musicals
Rating: PG13
Release Date: 0000-00-00
Media Type: DVD

SKU:GMDB2222133


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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Unjustly Underrated! Jun 20 2004
Format:DVD
I can't believe all the negative reviews I am reading for this film, but then again, I haven't seen the stage version, so I can't compare. The film adaptation of "A Chorus Line" is the quintessential backstage musical, a celebration of the lives and tribulations of the dancers who turn up by the hundreds to audition for a handful of jobs on Broadway.

The simple story goes like this: A choreographer is casting eight dancers for a new musical, and during one long and truthful day he auditions hundreds of dancers before he makes his final selection. The remaining dozen pour out their hearts and souls through song and dance, all desperate for a part, and all deserving of one. We learn about their lives, loves, fears, and sacrifices through the brilliant lyrics.

From what I understand, Richard Attenborough's film treatment of the story sticks to the outlines of the stage version, although he takes the liberty to fill in the details of the choreographer's old romance, and he leaves out some of the original songs to make room for new ones. I think it's a wonderful idea, and hey, for me, it works.

The result may not please purists who want a film record of what they saw on stage, but this is one of the most intelligent and compelling movie musicals in a long time. Everybody, at one time or another, has been on a line similar to this one--anxious to be accepted and terrified of being rejected by someone judging his or her worth.

Attenborough (Gandhi) makes the most of this dramatic tension, along with the hopefulness of all those in the audition. Best of all, he captures the vibrancy of modern dance from the free-form confusion of the opening scenes to the high-stepping kicks of the finale.

This is truly one of the most underrated films EVER, an emotional, powerful, and anxious musical definitely worth seeing. Give it a chance, it won't hurt!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Nothing can replace the broadway show, but .... April 18 2004
Format:DVD
Nothing can replace the broadway show, but this cast does a wonderful job! If you can look at it without comparing it to the broadway show, you find an excellent show!
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Format:DVD
"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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5.0 out of 5 stars A remake without profanity sounds terrific
I love this movie so much, it is the most wonderful broadway musical movie ever made. However the profanity, including in some songs must be changed to more appropriate words for... Read more
Published on Aug 18 2010 by Kevin Barton
4.0 out of 5 stars Two things wrong.
Firstly, I was disappointed that the number by the girl who just couldn't sing is not in the movie. Secondly, Michael Douglas was not right for the romantic lead -- he is too... Read more
Published on Nov 19 2009 by Lorne M Rachlis
3.0 out of 5 stars Fun movie, very true to life of a dancer
Considering I have never seen the Broadway show, I found this movie to be quite enjoyable. The songs were fun, the dancing fantastic, the acting was relatively good, and I thought... Read more
Published on July 11 2004 by Aly
3.0 out of 5 stars Don't delete old songs
While I can understand the need for space and time in a movie, the two new songs, Richie's "Surprise" & Cassie's "Let me dance for you," are both... Read more
Published on July 1 2004 by Franklin Newman
5.0 out of 5 stars A great musical
in high school, we did this musical. Watching this version you can really see the musical. No it wasn't just a live show recorded, it was a whole moive production. Read more
Published on Oct 27 2003 by J. L. Mould
3.0 out of 5 stars "A CHORUS LACKING..." (VS) THE BROADWAY SHOW:>(
ITS ALMOST A TRAGEDY THAT SUCH A WONDERFUL BROADWAY EXPERIENCE (WHILE IN NYC), DOES NOT TRANSLATE TO THE SCREEN---ADDING INSULT TO INJURY MGM DOES A LESS THEN GOOD TECHNICAL... Read more
Published on Aug 14 2003 by MTNWESTMAN4MEN
2.0 out of 5 stars different than the play
If you have seen A Chorus Line the play, and are looking for its equal this is not for you. This movie is a little like the play, with the plot and all but it adds songs and dances... Read more
Published on July 12 2003 by Jen
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Newly re-released Anamorphic WideScreen DVD!
Finally a remastered Anamorphic WideScreen (Automatically adjust to any size tv set) also enhanced for 16:9 HDTV's (Home Theatre). Outstanding presentation!!! Read more
Published on Jun 21 2003 by forrie
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Musical with Great Dancing
Let me start off by saying that I have never seen the stage show of "A Chorus Line" therefore, have nothing to compare it to. I really liked the movie version though. Read more
Published on Jun 15 2003 by Steph
1.0 out of 5 stars Bennett - 10, Attenborough - 3
The day the film version of "A Chorus Line" opened across the country, director Richard Attenborough was interviewed by Jane Pauley on the Today Show. Read more
Published on May 26 2003 by Richard Brennan
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