Few genres can match the sheer energy and spectacle of a great movie musical.
Of course, what makes or breaks a movie musical are its songs.
Whether they’re electrifying dance numbers or emotional ballads, they are the conduits of our storytelling experience.
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Without good songs, it’s just a regular old movie.
And luckily, there are some musical movies that never drop the ball.
Indeed, from start to finish, every single song is a smash hit.
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It’s a rare phenomenon, but not impossible.
Let’s hope more can follow in their footsteps.
But among all the chaos, a forbidden love story grows.
Asa remake of an already beloved musical,West Side Storywas already blessed with some legendary songs.
If anything, it makes it even more impressive, since each song is a true hit.
And let’s not forgetMonroe’s iconic performanceof “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend”.
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That alone has become a quintessential moment in pop-culture history.
8’Moulin Rouge!'
Juke-box musicals can be pretty polarizing for the average audience.
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And yet, no one can help but obsess over the epicness ofMoulin Rouge’s soundtrack.
As a result, there’s no denying how recognizable their musical numbers are.
And of course, it’s steered masterfully by the legendary Andrews who talents know no bounds.
A true comfort film, no matter the time of year.
Few musicals radiate pure joy, and yet, there’sMamma Miawhojust so happens to be one of them.
Either way,this is a comfort movie for the ages.
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Let’s hopethere really is a third oneto end this trilogy with a bang.
Asa true cult classic,The Rocky Horror PictureShowis a musical that refuses to play by the rules.
It’s camp, it’s electrifying, it’s a genre-defying spectacle.
Everything is just as playful as it is provocative, and that’s exactly what we love to hear.
There’s truly no musical movie as fearless, nor boundary-pushing than this.
Unfortunately for him, his lowly status forbids their union.
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And yet, they do.
The film did in fact produce a feel-good, endlessly fun extravaganza.
And boy, were we right.
With a stellar cast bringing its story to life, this film oozes charisma and theatricality.
No wonderit has the accolades to prove it.
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