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Reviews
Carmen (1989)
A visual must, but shoot the technicians
I am in love with Maria Ewing. For a singer to combine such vocal skill with beauty and acting ability is all to rare. Ms. Ewing had me gasping. The supporting cast of Jacque Trussel, Alain Fondart and Miriam Gauci were more than up to the task. The staging was mind boggling and at times reminiscent of Cirque du Soleil. The technical and camera work, however, might have been accomplished by a high school sophomore on his first outing. The technical direction was among the worst I have ever seen. Perhaps circumstances precluded a professional filming. Nonetheless the production itself combined with the performances make me wish that I could have seen this production live. Since we can't, owning this video should be mandatory for any opera lover.
Finding Neverland (2004)
I tear easily at movies, but never for this length of time.
This is an ensemble movie to end ensemble movies. Johnny Depp is once again perfectly understated, and the children should earn a united award for performance. There is not a performer who does not reach their maximum ability. Of course, Dustin Hoffman can do no wrong and one wishes for many more lines from his character. But it is the director who should get the awards next spring, both for best direction and best picture.
This is a movie that tears at the heart strings and has one wiping the eyes out of joy and sadness. It should also make the viewers run to the library to read any biography or autobiography on Mr. Barrie that is available.
This viewer has always thought that Peter Pan was a book that was turned into a play and then a musical. I for one would like to know ( and will quickly find out what other plays which this obviously famous and gifted playwright has brought to life.)
OK, this is my first review, and this is only the second day I have found this web site. Nonetheless, finding this movie in position 8 this week is a bit depressing. I will contribute more, and hopefully better, but if you haven't seen this movie, and go see it because of this review, I personnaly will refund your money if you cannot honestly give it at least an 8 out of 10. You will however have to convince me of the accuracy of your score.