Recently, Waitress, Band's Visit, and Once (this one was a surprise).
In general, I find the musicals based on smaller lesser known independent films translate best. Part of it is the theatrical quality of independent filmmakers, the general quality of the source material, and the fact that most independent films are not usually very familiar so there is a freshness to the story. And even better when the translators use the film as a basis but not a literal translation.
Of course then you have the big budget hits that meet expectation like The Producers, Lion King, 42nd Street. Proving quality does rise to the top.
PROMISES, PROMISES THE PRODUCERS SWEET CHARITY A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC NINE ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY ONCE 42ND STREEET GREY GARDENS CARNIVAL! XANADU THE BAND'S VISIT LA CAGE AUX FOLLES LEGALLY BLONDE LITTLE SHOP HAIRSPRAY
Agree with Beauty and the Beast and The Band's Visit.
Also like to add A Gentleman's Guide To Love and Murder. The first time I saw it (went three times) I had no idea it was based on one of my favorite Alec Guinness films, Kind Hearts and Coronets. I think the musical was fun and charming.
joined:2/7/15
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2/7/15
Posted: 6/13/19 at 11:34am