what are your thoughts on this: "Merrily We Roll Along" as a movie musical? Not a big flashy production number laden movie musical, but one that focuses on the dramatic emotion and the characters using the songs to heighten the impact.
Don't f*ck with me fellas. This ain't my first time at the rodeo.
I think it would do well in an indie situation. Do a great version, that isn't flashy and isn't garish. Let the music and book speak for itself and I think, even if it isn't a huge box office success, that it would be a great movie.
I think I'd rather see someone with more potential "darkness" that can also turn on the charm when needed... like Robert Downey Jr. as Franklin.
Gwyneth would make a nice Beth, but I cringe at the thought of seeing her in any kind of fat suit (again). And "Mary" struggles with her weight throughout the story... It can't exactly be overlooked or cut without a major ongoing rewrite in her character. Not sure who I see as Mary. I'd love to see someone like Bette Midler, but she's too old now... and who is "like" Bette Midler these days??? But I'd love to hear her sing "Make It Like It Was" and zing off those drunken one-liners. She'd kill in the part AND break your heart... (okay, 15 years ago). And I can't think of a Kingras off-hand. Hmmm....
EDIT: Michael Bennett --- I just read your comment. LOL! It's so true. I still see it as a good film, even if I am the only one there sitting in the audience.
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Make it six. As much as I love the show, though, I know it's just never going to connect with a wide audience. I can't imagine a film version fairing any better.
"How do you like THAT 'misanthropic panache,' Mr. Goldstone?" - PalJoey
Michael Bennett--- Toni Collette came to my mind first as well... but I just don't see her as "edgy" enough for Mary. She can be very funny, sympathetic, campy... but I've never seen her pull of "crusty" or even "bitchy" very well... and I think Mary needs that in her. But dang, she could sing it. And hell, she's a good actress, and maybe she could show us some acid in the part.
Let's put her down for the movie that will never be.
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