Hollywood Singing & Dancing: A Musical History - 1980s, 1990s and 2000s
In the 1980s we got our MTV but seemed to have lost much of the musical film in the process. But the genre is resilient. A handful of masterpieces along with a few cult classics emerged from this decade. In the 1990s the Hollywood musical was largely animated, rather than live action. However, television had a surprising number of musical offerings, including “Gypsy” with Bette Midler and “Annie” which launched director Rob Marshall. In the 2000s musicals came back starting with “Moulin Rouge” and carrying on with “Chicago,” “Dreamgirls” and “Hairspray.” There are movies based on Broadway triumphs and once again there are teens singing and dancing.
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the evolution of the movie musical genre through the decades of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s. It delves into the challenges and triumphs of integrating song and dance into cinematic storytelling during these periods. The film highlights key films and artists that defined the resurgence and transformation of the musical in Hollywood.
Critical Reception
As a documentary focusing on film history, specific critical reception is less widely documented than for fictional films. However, its existence points to an interest in the niche subject of musical evolution in a specific era. Audience reception would likely appeal to fans of musicals and film history documentaries.
What Reviewers Say
- Provides a comprehensive look at a specific era of the movie musical.
- Highlights the key trends and notable productions that shaped the genre.
- Appeals to enthusiasts of musical films and cinematic history.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this documentary is not readily available, but it is presumed to be of interest to fans of musical films and cinema history.
Fun Fact
The documentary's focus on the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s is notable as these decades saw a significant, though sometimes uneven, revival of the movie musical after a period of decline.
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