Musicals have long been a creative genre in cinema, combining unforgettable songs with powerful storytelling and dazzling visuals.

With a mix of dazzling musical numbers and haunting political undercurrents,Cabaretis as thrilling as it is unsettling.

The film was a critical and commercial success, becoming one of the most celebrated movies of 1972.

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Fosse also won Best Director, beatingFrancis Ford CoppolaforThe Godfather, which ultimately won Best Picture.

6’Moulin Rouge!'

WhileMoulin Rouge!didn’t sweep the Oscars, its impact on modern musicals is undeniable.

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The film received critical acclaim,especially for its captivating performances, sharp direction, and memorable musical numbers.

After the success ofMoulin Rouge!,Chicagobecame the musical to dominate the Oscars the following year.

It also became the first musical to win Best Picture sinceOliver!in 1968.

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It also became a major box office success, proving that original musicals could still thrive in modern cinema.

Chazelle made history by becoming the youngest winner for Best Director at just 32 years old.

Chaos aside,La La Landremains a vibrant, stylish, and unforgettable love letter to dreams and ambition.

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The film follows the love between two young people caught between rival gangs, the Jets and the Sharks.

Its impact was so strong thatSteven Spielbergbrought it back to the big screen in 2021 with ahighly praised remake.

It won Best Picture, whileRobert WiseandJerome Robbinsmade history as the first co-winners for Best Director.

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Over the years, it has been celebrated as one of the greatest animated films ever made.

Its timeless story, memorable music, and heartwarming message have made it one of thebest romantic fantasy films.

Despite its lasting legacy,The Wizard of Ozdidnt dominate at the Oscars as much as it deserved.

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Catherine Zeta-Jones in ‘Chicago’

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Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone kiss in front of the L.A. cityscape at night in the La La Land poster.

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Rita Moreno as Anita in West Side Story (1961).

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Belle wants adventure in the great wide somewhere

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The Wicked Witch of the West threatens Dorothy in front of Glinda in ‘The Wizard of Oz.'

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