Chicago Musical vs. Movie Discussion- Page 2

[dramamama611]

Posted: 7/11/08 at 7:44pm

I have to say: I really enjoyed the movie. I loved how they brought something new to it (being from Roxy'z p.o.v.). I'm one that believes if you are going to change the performance medium...there should be a fresh interpretation.

That being said, I still think the stage version is FAR superior.I DEFINITELY agree with the other poster that mentioned that the stage version found more humor. I cannot vouch for the current cast of Chicago as it's been YEARS since I've seen it.

For me, NOTHING can ever replace live theatre.

[Zeitoujo]

Posted: 7/11/08 at 10:28pm

I feel like the movie is a million times better.

[Gary Indiana]

Posted: 7/11/08 at 11:27pm

"Mr Cellphane DID take place in Roxie's head. He was chasing after the paddy wagon, she was staring at him and the whole point is she begins thinking that she's not the only one who ignores him. During the song they do cut to things happening in reality, but that's only to back of the veracity of the song."

I didn't get that. I'll have to rewatch it. Thanks!

[mr.scribble]

Posted: 7/12/08 at 12:02am

the movie is able to better depict Roxie's fantasies than on stage but Renee Zellweger did annoy the hell out of me and I am not a Richard Gere fan

[A Fleur De Toi]

Posted: 7/12/08 at 12:19am

very well expounded, never andy.

personally i preferred the stage version much more but still kudos for the movie making a stage show work on film. and great interpretation as well.