Tonight, Stephanie and I watched Mamma Mia, the new movie sung to ABBA hits, and based on the hit musical. It's about a 20yo girl who is getting married. She has no idea who her father is and he could be one of three men. Of course there is drama when the three are invited to the girl's wedding, without her mother's knowledge. Meryl Streep plays the mother and does a FANTASTIC job. She puts her soul into each song; you feel the raw emotions. Pierce Brosnan and Colin Firth play two of the three possible dads. Firth is completely enjoyable in his fumbling ways. Brosnan, on the other hand, is a little heavy and a so-so singer. His mouth movements ruined his musical numbers for me.
The entire theater sang along with the sound track, including the middle-aged gentleman next to me. You couldn't help but tap your feet and sway your shoulders. I highly recommend this movie if you are in need of some uplifting or just want to smile a little bigger. Two thumbs up.
BTW, The Boston Globe review was spot on if you want a professional opinion.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
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