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- Review count4
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- First reviewDecember 25, 2008
- Last reviewFebruary 7, 2010
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Simon Boccanegra - an operatic parody
PostedFebruary 7, 2010
DenverDeb
from Denver
Let me begin by saying that I am indeed a fan of opera.
Although I do agree with other reviewers that the costumes and sets were lovely and the singing was fine, the plot to this story is so outrageously complicated and contrived to be far beyond the realm of belief. And the "acting" so full of over-the-top manufactured emotion that it came close to becoming a parody of itself.
Was the production good? Of course; it's the Met! Was the singing worth the price of admission? You bet'cha! Would I recommend this opera to a friend? Probably not. Would I see another staging of Simon Boccanergra? Nope.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Better than anticipated
PostedFebruary 6, 2010
DenverDeb
from Denver
I knew this movie's theme (environmental protection and deification of Mother Earth) and the story line (indigenous people good, white people bad); neither drew me to the movie. I wanted to experience the 3D technology.
I have motion sickness but yesterday my curiosity got the better of me. To the film maker's credit I got caught up in the experience, not realizing until after the movie was over that I had not gotten sick!
Cameron has created a wonderfully realistic science fiction epic. I was impressed with his movie-making skills and vision. He didn't go for 3D’s shock value. Rather, he used the medium to show us what is possible when 3D is in the hands of a master director.
Overall my experience was better than anticipated.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Opera and popcorn? The perfect blend!
PostedJanuary 17, 2010
DenverDeb
from Denver
Being a live theater and opera buff, I wasn't sure about the simulcast experience, but I was pleasantly surprised. We saw the Met’s vibrant, earthy, and fun production of Carmen on the big screen and it was gorgeous. Plus, the sound was great.
They used multiple cameras throughout the house, including roving cameras behind the set. We got the added bonus of seeing the sets changed between acts because the camera persons roamed backstage during the changes. We also got to see the orchestra and the conductor at certain spots.
Nice work, Met and AMC! I'm buying tickets for the next production.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Sweeping epic
PostedDecember 25, 2008
DenverDeb
from Denver
A lovely, sweeping epic film that is reminiscent of the 1940s great films like Gone with the Wind. Well done.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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