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Movie reviews for musical

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    Les Miserables

    Excellent film adaptation of gritty, heartbreaking musical.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    The Sapphires

    Interesting true story has good music, not enough soul.
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    13
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Pitch Perfect

    Edgy, teen-friendly musical comedy uplifts with song, heart.
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Rock of Ages

    Musical has more glam than grit, except for drinking.
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Rags

    Sweet modern fairytale shows off singing talents of stars.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Let It Shine

    Rousing rap-style musical has family-friendly themes.
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Glee: The 3D Concert Movie

    "Greatest hits" show is tame enough for tween Gleeks.
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Bands on the Run

    Issue-free animated adventure might stretch your patience.
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Lemonade Mouth

    Melodic Disney movie has great messages for families.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Burlesque

    Sexy musical is forgettable despite talented stars.
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Standing Ovation

    Tween musical competition with mean behavior, name-calling.
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    10
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Stomp the Yard: Homecoming
    Direct-to-DVD sequel lacks spark but is fine for teens.
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam

    Talented Disney stars boost tween-friendly sequel.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Nine
    Sensual musical about love and art has mature themes.
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Fame (2009)
    Teen musical remake has edgy content for a PG movie.
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    My Fair Lady
    Witty, stylish musical classic will entertain all ages.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2009)
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    Gigi

    Charming, pretty 1950s musical with dated gender roles.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2009)
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    High School Musical 3: Senior Year
    Predictable but enjoyable musical is fine for tweens.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2009)
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    Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog

    A quirky mad scientist with a heart of gold competes for love by singing. Quirky and wildly entertaining.
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    (DVD, 2008)
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    Mamma Mia!

    Upbeat, silly ABBA musical is flimsy but fun.
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    13
     
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    (DVD, 2008)
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    Camp Rock
    Disney turns out a fun, clean, surefire tween hit.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2008)
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    The American Mall
    Cute musical sells songs -- and merchandise.
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    11
     
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    (DVD, 2008)
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    Step Up 2 the Streets

    Electrifying dance elevates an almost boring film.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2008)
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    Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
    Movie is darker, much bloodier than stage musical.
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    16
     
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    (DVD, 2008)
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    Across the Universe
    Beatles musical hits strong notes amid sex, drugs.
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    14
     
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    (DVD, 2008)