Dreamgirls is a great movie, with a killer soundtrack, an ensemble cast of talented actors and an impressive production design that makes you dive into the vibe the movie gives.
As much as I don't like Musicals (again, except for The Blues Brothers. West Side Story is also great but has it's own downs). I gotta give praises to Dreamgirls for all the sayings above. The only complaint I have is that just like any other musical, the characters don't know when to shut up and stop singing. Every 5 to 10 minutes there must be someone to sing or dance.
Based on the Broadway musical and the musical group 'Diana Ross and The Supremes.' The film follows the tale of A trio of Black female soul singers rising to fame and facing personal struggles. I do love stories that tell 'The Rise and Fall of ...' yet this film actually ends on a happy note which I'm also glad for.
The whole production design and sets as I mentioned are fantastic, really colorful and impressive. The transition between scenes from a simple practice of the trio to a live performance is so clean and superb. The Hairstyling for Deena Jones (Beyonce) is great and fits her well with every outfit design.
The cast of actors is amazing and each one gives 100% of a performance, Jamie Foxx portrays a villain unlike any other could have. Beyonce and Jennifer Hudson are Top Tier, both their performances are filled with emotion and enthusiasm. Hudson deserved her academy award and Beyonce's performance of the song 'Listen' is powerful. In Addition, her resemblance in the film to Diana Ross is shockingly good.
To me, the real surprise was Eddie Murphy. His performance as James 'Thunder' Early is hilarious and surprisingly touching. Sure, his character cheats on everyone and uses drugs, yet something about him is vulnerable and I enjoyed watching Murphy take on a serious role. He should have won the academy award for Best Supporting Actor in 2006 if it wasn't for Alan Arkin in 'Little Miss Sunshine'.
Although, Being a Scorsese fanatic, I probably would have given my vote to Mark Wahlberg in 'The Departed'.
Overall I enjoyed this film and loved it's great soundtrack, the whole vibe and music from the 60s and 70s must have persuaded me but I mostly enjoyed the story and characters.
As much as I don't like Musicals (again, except for The Blues Brothers. West Side Story is also great but has it's own downs). I gotta give praises to Dreamgirls for all the sayings above. The only complaint I have is that just like any other musical, the characters don't know when to shut up and stop singing. Every 5 to 10 minutes there must be someone to sing or dance.
Based on the Broadway musical and the musical group 'Diana Ross and The Supremes.' The film follows the tale of A trio of Black female soul singers rising to fame and facing personal struggles. I do love stories that tell 'The Rise and Fall of ...' yet this film actually ends on a happy note which I'm also glad for.
The whole production design and sets as I mentioned are fantastic, really colorful and impressive. The transition between scenes from a simple practice of the trio to a live performance is so clean and superb. The Hairstyling for Deena Jones (Beyonce) is great and fits her well with every outfit design.
The cast of actors is amazing and each one gives 100% of a performance, Jamie Foxx portrays a villain unlike any other could have. Beyonce and Jennifer Hudson are Top Tier, both their performances are filled with emotion and enthusiasm. Hudson deserved her academy award and Beyonce's performance of the song 'Listen' is powerful. In Addition, her resemblance in the film to Diana Ross is shockingly good.
To me, the real surprise was Eddie Murphy. His performance as James 'Thunder' Early is hilarious and surprisingly touching. Sure, his character cheats on everyone and uses drugs, yet something about him is vulnerable and I enjoyed watching Murphy take on a serious role. He should have won the academy award for Best Supporting Actor in 2006 if it wasn't for Alan Arkin in 'Little Miss Sunshine'.
Although, Being a Scorsese fanatic, I probably would have given my vote to Mark Wahlberg in 'The Departed'.
Overall I enjoyed this film and loved it's great soundtrack, the whole vibe and music from the 60s and 70s must have persuaded me but I mostly enjoyed the story and characters.