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All the works are spectacular! A thorough introduction to 25 recommended musical movies!
A must-see when you want to feel happy! 5 recommended musical movies
One of the best parts of musicals is the catchy music and vivid dance. Here we have compiled a list of 5 musical movies that will leave you feeling happy after watching them.
"Mamma Mia!" (08) Director: Phyllida Lloyd 109 minutes
This musical film was released in 2008 and stars the great actress Meryl Streep, who is a frequent Academy Award nominee. It makes extensive use of the music of Sweden's world-famous pop group ABBA, and the title is also named after the band's hit song of the same name. Set in the beautiful Aegean Sea, it is a humorous portrayal of a strong-willed single mother who runs a hotel, her daughter, and the people around them. The emotions of the characters and ABBA's hit songs are perfectly matched, making it a fun film that you will want to watch again and again. A sequel, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, was released 10 years later in 2018.
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"The Blues Brothers" (1980) Director: John Landis 148 minutes
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This musical comedy was born from a popular segment on the long-running American variety show "Saturday Night Live." The Blues brothers, Jake and Elwood, are arrested for robbery and visit the orphanage where they were born and raised after serving their sentences. When the brothers learn that the orphanage is in such dire straits that it cannot pay its taxes and is in danger of going out of business, they come up with the idea of holding a charity concert to help alleviate the situation. This is a must-see for fans of blues, R&B, and soul music, and the style of the Blues Brothers, dressed in black suits and sunglasses, is known worldwide. A sequel was also made in 1998.
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"High School Musical 3D" (08) Director: Kenny Ortega 112 minutes
This is the third movie in the series based on the TV series "High School Musical" that aired on the Disney Channel. The story follows the main characters Troy and his friends as they advance to senior year, struggling with their future paths but finding hope. The series is popular not only in the US, but also in Japan, and when Zac Efron, who plays Troy, and Vanessa Hudgens, who plays Gabriella, visited Japan, over 600 fans flocked to Haneda Airport. The highlight of the film is the play-within-a-play "Spring Musical." The scene where all the characters sing and dance in perfect unison on stage is simply breathtaking.
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"Mary Poppins" (64) Director: Robert Stevenson 139 minutes
A musical film produced by Disney and released in 1964. It tells the heartwarming story of Mary Poppins, who comes from above the clouds and uses her magic to bring brightness and happiness to the Banks family. Songs such as "Chim Chim Cher-ee" and "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" are well known. The innovative visuals, which combine live action and animation, are still popular with fans, and the film won an Academy Award for Best Special Visual Effects. The sequel, "Mary Poppins Returns," was released in 2018 and became a hot topic.
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"Hairspray" (07) Director: Adam Shankman 92 minutes
A musical comedy released in 2007, this is a remake of the 1988 film of the same name. It tells the story of chubby but always positive and cute Tracy, who struggles to achieve her dreams. However, it also actively deals with hard themes such as racism. John Travolta plays Tracy's mother, and his perfect fit in the role made it hard to tell that it was him, which caused a big stir. The screen is adorned with colorful 60s fashion, and the righteous characters are uplifting. It's a pop film that will give you courage when you're feeling down.
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