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Summary: "Glitter" A Success!
Review: Despite harsh opening reviews by critics worldwide, "Glitter" is a phenomenally potent film. Yes - the movie had terrible marketing; and yes - the film's opening date couldn't have derailed it more (September 11, 2001); and finally - Mariah Carey's hospitalization only hindered "Glitter"'s gold negatively to the public. Honestly, the movie wasn't that bad - I can name quite a few films that were atrocities in their own nature. Carey wasn't going for an Oscar-nominated performance or a "Best Film of the Year" trivialty; no, what was intended of "Glitter" was mastered. It's an emotionally-driven film about a girl who was a stranger to herself and her music, and in her journey she found herself, her dream, and her talent renowned. Simple as that. I will add, however, that if the film would have been post-poned until later in Mariah's career, the writers would have a lot more information to draw upon. All in all, a great success for the best-selling female artist Mariah Carey!
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Summary: Simply Mariah
Review: First of all, I truly believe that the reason this movie got the kind of criticism it did was because of the critics' perception towards Mariah Carey. First, you had this naive goddess belting out adult contemporary tunes to the masses, and she suddenly transformed into a slinky seductress crooning to the likes of hip-hop beats. This just unsettled almost everyone, leading them to write-off Mariah Carey for who she once was. Anyway, on to Glitter. The script was, indeed, a wash-out. Corny lines plus a very silly scene where both Billie (Mariah) and Dice (Max) write the exact same song eventhough they're apart. The club scenes were void of any '80's feel, and Vondie has directed much better movies than this one. However, due to all the mistakes, camp styles and corny lines scattered distastefully throughout the entire length of the movie, the acting did not deserve slamming. I mean they're all not Oscar material, obviously, but they are also not as bad. Mariah Carey's character, "Billie Frank", was meant to be a passive character which explains all the sheepish looks Mariah provided, as well as all lines uttered without a trace of confidence. She never speaks this way during interviews and concerts, so hey, of course she must have been acting. If Billie were to be a strong, confident individual - and Mariah acted the way she did, then she would deserve all the banter and criticism. This, however, is not the case. The music, although not much of a reminisce of the 80's was pretty good. In fact, it's the movie's saving grace. Why was it slammed then, I hear you ask. The answer is elementary, it was simply sung by Mariah Carey. If most of the viewers want to judge this as the worst movie of all time, please think again. We had Freddy Got Fingered, Superstar, On The Line, Corky Romano... and the list goes on. Glitter simply does not deserve what the critics gave it. To many, Mariah Carey's success just goes unfathomed and many enjoy putting her down. If this is what society has come to, then I rest my case.
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Summary: "Glitter"- Give it a Chance!!
Review: I decided to take my mother to see this movie back in September. Since we both DO like Mariah Carey and also since it was a very appropriate movie to see considering all that was going on in September after the Attacks. I must admit to all that read this-"Glitter" in my opinion was the right movie at the wrong time. After all that happened in September it was really good to kick back and watch something other then the news or overrated action movies. "Glitter" to my surprise was a very good movie. Ok, not Oscar worthy, or the best written- but it was entertaining and pure escapism considering the state of the world at that time. I found it highly enjoyable, well paced, well acted and very moving. When the film ended my mother as well as half the others in the audience were wiping away tears. Mariah did a very good job with what she was given. As to why this movie turned into a running joke, and more "Mariah Bashing" I will never know or understand. I consider myself highly critical with movies but I truthfully dont get what all the jokes are about. I say, one critic hated it- all the others jumped on the bash Mariah bandwagon when those that thought her breakdown was funny, and it spun into a running joke. I say sit back, relax and enjoy this film- it is certaily worth seeing. And I even picked up the DVD today, becuase it is that type of movie that you may just pull out to watch on a rainy day.
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Summary: Can this excellent movie get anymore critism
Review: Personally, the movie was great. Mariah is as excellent a singer as is an actress. More than 90% of the people who had anything bad to say about the movie did not even see it and that is proven because... no one saw it. I, among others, enjoyed the movie. The movie was very lively and entertaining. There was alot of music which helped to represent the true person Mariah is. A music icon, soon acting icon.
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Summary: Glitter A precursor to bigger and better things for Mariah
Review: Before I say the things a "Die hard" fan would say about Mariah Carey let me first say any artist in the position Mariah was placed in would not have performed any better. ANY ARTIST (J-LO, Bratney Spear, Christina Egg-U-Lara) With that said lets talk about "Glitter". The tragedy about this film is not that Mariah Carey was in it. In fact, that was then only thing that made it watchable. The first 5 minutes of the film set the mood of a little girl growing up to become a famous star. But for some reason no one decided to let us see that process. The theme for a great movie is here but it got lost on some writers desk or some producers cutting board. It jumps for point to point. I often found myself wondering what happened next and then all of a sudden three scenes have past. Character development is not done at all. Simular to The Supremes "Billy Frank" a.k.a. has backup singers who for some stranger reason never come out of their apartment. They are always at home waiting for her to call them. As a period piece it had some great moment the 80's club scene shots where nicely done but a little redundant. Another disturbing fact about this film is that for some reason the cinematographer decided to only use shot of Mariah smiling. Mariah is very beautiful and photogenic but I know she has more emotion that what she is shown giving. All and all this is a fair film. It is not her greatest work but its not Ishtar or Freddy Got Fingered either. Definitely not recomended unless you like Mariah. And even if you do please be prepared to see someone mess up my singer's life with bad film making :-(
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Summary: Great Movie! Mariah Shines!!
Review: Mariah Carey absolutely shines in this movie!! Bringing the 80's back to life made the movie interesting! The music is great, especially songs like Lead the Way and Didn't Mean to Turn You On. If you are a die-hard Mariah fan, this movie is a must! Mariah brings the big screen to life...her wonderful musical scenes attracts you to her even more! Rock on MC!
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Summary: Cute Movie!!
Review: I really enjoyed Glitter and thought it wasn't nearly as bad as critics made it out to be. The movie is quite entertaining and touching. I think being her first movie, Mariah was excellent and convincing as a potentially good actress!
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Summary: Simply the BEST!
Review: Well i just got the DVD yesturday and what could i say...THE movie is just hilarious and simply the best...although the ending was quite sad and i personally cried we still loved the movie aand thats all it needs! Mariah's acting was just so incredible we didnt expect her to be that good!?! The movie is just one of the greatest movies i have watched this year and for all of ya people wondering if u should buy this movie or not?? i advice u to do so...cause you will be missing half of your life if u didnt!! So Good Luck for Mariah Carey in her next movie "Wise Girls" comin up in march i think??
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Summary: A treat to see Mariah act
Review: I have seen the movie twice, and it is not bad at all(Don't believe those critics!!!) . The storyline/plot might be too predictable , but just watching Mariah's nicely acting and powerful voice makes this film worth watching.
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Summary: critics
Review: there was not one nice review about this film and when i went to see it me and my friends were shocked at how the critics couldnt have been more wrong it had a great story line i really enjoyed it im glad its selling well
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