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I've only seen the trailer on tv a few times and the first time I wasn't looking at the tv, I just heard Johnny Depp and thought it was a PoTC thing.
Also his voice isn't impressive in the bit of singing that's on the trailer, it's too...small and shallow for the song. But the trailer still made me excited because the overall look was impressive, plus even if Depp can't sing I still like him.
Does Rickman sing, Jessica?
It's been so long since I've seen the Hearn/Lansbury TV thing that I'm not too sure, but I think the Judge (Rickman in the movie) and Sweeney duet on "Pretty Women," which is one of Sondheim's best songs, IMO (up there with "Pretty Lady" from Pacific Overture, to keep with the "pretty" theme).
My question is... what's the verdict on I Am Legend?
The Judge definitely has songs in the show, though I can't say if they've been cut. I imagine "Pretty Women" is still in there, at least in part.
Does Rickman sing, Jessica?
Yes. His big angsty solo number has been cut, but "Pretty Women" and all its reprises are still in there.
Should I wait for Netflix or go see it in the theater?
I'd say see it in the theatre, because for all its flaws it's still a very BIG movie and would be best seen on a big screen in a completely dark room with surround sound.
You should, at some point, Netflix the DVD of the staged production starring George Hearn and Angela Lansbury.
EVERYONE should do this.
My question is... what's the verdict on I Am Legend?
DH was surprised that he liked it, since he's a fan of the book.
My question is... what's the verdict on I Am Legend?
DH was surprised that he liked it, since he's a fan of the book.
That perks me right up!
All this talk of Sweeney Todd reminded me that the complete 1979 Broadway cast recording (as opposed to the Highlights version) was supposed to have been re-released this year, and yay, it was! I've stilll got a few days left on my extra discount week at my bookstore job, so I can get it at 30% off on Sunday.
Sacha Barron Cohen is pitch perfect as Pirelli.
1. Ali G does musicals??
2. Borat can actually SING?? (When he's himself, he's got a lovely speaking voice, and should do all books on tape evar.)
3. How on earth did he manage not to mug for the camera?
3. How on earth did he manage not to mug for the camera?
The role is one of the less subtle in the show. I've been hearing he's good, though.
(Sweeney Todd likes carrots.)