I would like to start a conversation about the masterpiece, Les Misérables. I just saw it again on HBO, and although it should be seen and heard on the biggest screen you can find, I must admit, seeing it for a third time on my 47” tv, gave a different perspective on the intimate scenes. As someone...
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The only negative I felt was that, in getting such dramatic, realistic, performances from the actors, some of the beauty of the music was lost. But it's great to have the film version to compare and c...
Expand commentThe only negative I felt was that, in getting such dramatic, realistic, performances from the actors, some of the beauty of the music was lost. But it's great to have the film version to compare and contrast with the stage shows. For me Alfie Boe is the best JVJ ever. His voice is liquid gold.
Mike - I agree with you on Alfie Boe. Truly amazing. And, as for your professional experience - what great stories you must have!
I saw Les Miz in theaters, and have seen it twice more on HBO. I love it. The way Tom Hooper shot it, how he edited in the sound, was tremendous. It's extremely underrated by the critics. Hooper has b...
Expand commentI saw Les Miz in theaters, and have seen it twice more on HBO. I love it. The way Tom Hooper shot it, how he edited in the sound, was tremendous. It's extremely underrated by the critics. Hooper has been overlooked. Jackman and Hathaway were great, but I was so impressed with Samantha Barks. This really ought to be a huge springboard for her.
Anne Hathaway, GREAT! Hugh Jackman, good. Russle Crowe, abysmal. His singing ruined the entire film for me. But the directing and everything "behind the scenes" was also phenomenal
Jacqueline - I agree with you on Amanda. She doesn't do it for me either. Ketorah - great call on Jackman's dying scene. Heartbreaking.