Hamilton
Scott Hardie: “It ruled.”
This musical lives up to its excellent reputation. I don't think I could sing its praises any better than the many, many critics and audiences who loved it. I was lucky to be familiar with most of the history dramatized here, because I suspect that it's a little harder to follow otherwise (and would be even harder without subtitles). The part of the story that I didn't know, the subplot about Hamilton's son, was quite affecting. I really, really liked this.
I'm aware that the film itself is just a document of the stage play, so I'm making a choice to review the play and not limit myself to the film, since they're impossible to separate.
− July 4, 2020 • more by Scott • log in or create an account to reply
Scott Hardie: Check out Lin-Manuel Miranda's episode of Drunk History in which he recaps the entire story while very drunk; it's a hoot. Here's a clip. − July 4, 2020 • more by Scott
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Erik Bates: “It ruled.”
We saw the show in 2016 in New York with this cast. I am thrilled that audiences around the world (or at least in countries with streaming rights to see it) now get to experience it. Much like listening to an album by a band, or watching a video of a live performance doesn't quite give you the "full" experience, this movie also doesn't give you the same experience as seeing it live. But don't be deceived -- this is an amazing production, and everyone should see it if they are able.
− July 6, 2020 • more by Erik • log in or create an account to reply
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Matthew Preston: “It ruled.”
Like Scott mentioned in his review, there isn't much more that can be said about this musical that hasn't already. Best critique I can give it though: My kids, ages eight and five, sat through the whole thing. It's tough to keep their attention for five minutes, better yet near three hours! Color me impressed.
− August 7, 2020 • more by Matthew • log in or create an account to reply
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