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- First reviewSeptember 29, 2008
- Last reviewFebruary 14, 2011
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- Average rating4.5
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Cute, Fun and Even, Inspiring
PostedFebruary 14, 2011
Indi
from DC
Saw this movie with a friend and her six-year old daughter. Thought the theater would be filled with a bunch of drooling, screaming little girls and teenager, and bored adults. Completely opposite - well almost. Many of the girls were drooling, but they held their screams and yelps of "I love you" until the credits rolled at the end of the movie. Furthermore, the movie was good, really good, so I didn't really see looks of boredom on adult faces.
The movie documented Justin's life from early childhood where he developed an interest in music, and taught himself to play drums, piano and guitar (pretty awesome, right?), to becoming a YouTube sensation, being signed to a record label, and becoming a full-fledged musical teen sensation.
We learn about Justin's mother's teen pregnancy with him, how she and his dad split less than a year after his birth, and how his grandparents and mom are loving and supportive forces in his life. He's a well-grounded kid, who prays and thanks God along with his family for each day - good and bad. It was great seeing how close he is to his family, and that his dad is still present in his life too.
Justin had a dream, worked - and still works - hard. His dream has come true and he's grateful. His mom treats him like a kid, and her son, not her best friend - and that's a good thing. He's still close to his old childood friends, also a good thing. Dream big, live well, and never forget where you came from. Work hard and don't give up. Be confident in yourself, but not arrogant. All good points made in this documentary.
Justin is talented and a good kid. I really hope he and his family continue to walk the path they've walked this far. I've tired of reading about the wrecks that so many child stars and their parents have become.
We also get to see how generous Justin is with his fans - free concert tickets - wow!
Yep, it was a good movie - he sang, he danced, he played. We watched and enjoyed the show!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Almost as great as seeing it live!
PostedSeptember 29, 2008
Indi
from DC
I've seen the orginal cast on broadway, and touring companies as well. This movie is the next best thing to not being able to see the production live. The studio movie version of RENT, (even with most of the original cast) is not nearly as good as this filmed version of the live production. It took me through all of the emotions that I experienced seeing it live. Also, I can't say that this cast was as good as the original, but they were pretty great. I would definitely recommend seeing this to others...and already have! I'd also love to own a copy of this film. And, finally, I am anxiously awaiting the arrival to DC next year, of the touring stage production with Anthony Rapp and Adam Pascal. I will definitiely be in the audience!!!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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