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Summary: Really didn't deserve the horrible reviews...
Review: Sure, Mariah Carey isn't exactly Oscar-caliber, but it's only her second movie. She is a descent actress, though, and could possibly be better if she were portraying a character other than Billie.
Glitter is your basic rags-to-riches story- not exactly an inventive plot, but still it provides a good deal of entertainment as long as you're not looking for anything deep.
Besides, what the movie lacks in story and acting, it more than makes up for with the soundtrack. :)
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Summary: Mariah delivers for the fans despite what the critics say!
Review: Don't listen to them. They can't write an article about her now without mentioning her breakdown. Poor Mariah has copped a lot of bad press recently and it isn't necessary!
I saw the film and loved it! It's fun, colourful and full of fantastic music! Mariah does just splendidly and for those critics who argue otherwise - she was offered to appear in Ally McBeal, has already shot her second movie (Wise Girls) and more scripts are being written for her!
Yes, it is a cheesey and very cliched film, but it's Mariah's 1st and it's FUN! I loved the feel of it and will see it over and over when it is released here. You should give Mariah the break she deserves and see it too.
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Summary: Mariah Glitters As Actress.....but the script Stinks!
Review: Glitter rocks! I was one of the few who saw Glitter in the movie theater, because I am a fan of her music. If you are a fan of Mariah's music, then I suggest you buy this movie. You hear her songs from the Glitter soundtrack play through-out the movie. I am a big Mariah fan, but I am also a big movie fan, so I have to be honest with you! Mariah is a natural-born actress in this movie, but the script is just absolutely horrible. The first half of the movie goes really fast...for example...(Wanna be a star, ok, wanna let me produce you,ok) I didn't like that part. The second half of the movie gets really dramatic and sad and I enjoy this part, because it shows that Mariah can act. Her performance in this movie is no better than Jennifer Lopez in any other movie, people just didn't wanna see it cause they thought it was about her...which it is not! If you love Mariah's music, then buy it, and also buy the soundtrack. The music is great and the soundtrack certified Platinum!!! Buy it...and let Mariah's DJ save your life!
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Summary: Why So Devoid of Fun?
Review: In Japan too, this film was released in theaters, and considering it was withdrawn in 2 weeks, the reception on the audience's side was, at best, lukewarm...As I am not a Mariah Carey fan, my interest was only this: Can I enjoy watching this film as a whole? The result was, my realization that sometimes critics and I can agree. Probably, Mariah Carey is not responsible for choosing the wrong materials for the film; playing a singer is not a bad idea, if you get a strong support from somewhere else. Look at, for example... So, what is wrong with the film? The lack of good script is one reason; so many things are put into the film. So the pace of the film is too fast, and sometimes suddenly stops to showcase her singing. This, however, should be still OK, but there was a serious moment concerning alcohol and lost mother. The film suffers at his moment because, somehow, we cannot dissociate the real Mariah from the character she is playing. I know the film is a fiction, but I could not help thinking, "Did she (Mariah) really experience these things?" As you know, these serious scenes should be suitable in films like "Tina," but they are hardly desirable alongside Mariah's persona. That is why the last scene (which tries to wring tears from us) fails, because we KNOW she is just playing the part. I don't think this is a vanity product, but still a result of misguided judgment. Why not strong supporting cast? (Eric Benet appears, giving a good, but too brief support.) Why not another director? Vondie Curtis-Hall, known as director of "Glidlock'd," though I liked the film itself, hardly is a right choice. I hope her next film would be a better one.
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Summary: What Happened?
Review: I guess this was supposed to be a story about a young woman who tries to make it in show business and discovers love along the way. But the terrible directing and screenplay make it impossible to really see this movie as anything else then a move for Carey to make it into acting but missing the mark by about 200 feet.
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Summary: All that Glitters--is Mariah Carey
Review: As a huge Mariah fan, I truly believe that glitter was a sucess, and saw it in the theatres the first day it came out. Me and a friend was the first in line, and we got the very first tickets to it!! I've been waiting so many years for this movie to come out, but they kept putting it off...but I am very satisfied and am very sad that she didn't get good ratings with the critics anbd the viewers.Everyone is right...Mariah is a wonderful singer and a wonderful newly-hatched actress, with great potential.
I am also very sad to notice that After only having been out for a little after three weeks, Glitter is only in ONE theater now. I am very upset that others put down her movie, just because they might not like Mariah herself(I can't see why). Even if they didn't like HER, they should see beyond that and see her as an actress, as Billie. I strongly sugesst you search far and wide and see Glitter.Its worth it!! It has some sensuality, but shows no kinky stuff, and some violence, and a lot of good music!!
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Summary: Awesome....kinda
Review: Well, I, first off, should preface this review with the fact that i am a HUGE mariah carey fan. That stated, i loved this movie. however, if i didn't like mariah carey, this would have been the most boring movie ever. If you don't enjoy her music, the almost 2 hour film will make you want to pull your hair out. The movie contains countless musical interludes, which i find acceptable, but some Mariah-haters out there may just think ...[stinks].
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Summary: "Glitter" is surely Gold for Mariah
Review: Ok. I already saw the results of the box office and I know "Glitter" did not crack the top 10 movies making only a marginal 2.5 million dollars on it's first weekend. I think this was mainly due to two factors: 1. America:A tribute to heroes and 2. Harsh reviews by movie critics. "America: A tribute to heroes" was such a high grosser it probably kept many people away from the theaters on Friday night, the night of the debut. Critics rated "glitter" surpirsingly low and maybe discouraged would-be movie goers to see this film. I did see this film on it's first day of release and let me tell you: don't believe the critics. Ok, I will tell you that yes I am a huge fan of Mariah Carey but that really shouldn't affect this review at all. Mariah has really great acting ability in this very moving and touching film. It's basically her first film debut other than "The Bachelor" which she did a cameo. The film is basically about Billie Frank (Mariah) growing up in a poor neighborhood with a drug addict mother and a torn apart family. Billie grows up to become a back-up singer in an all girl group where her voice becomes more noticible than the lead singer herself. She eventually becomes a star through a bad boy DJ (Max Beesley) who has a big dispute with her former manager over her contract. He is ordered to pay 100 thousand to contract Billie but he never pays the money. It's a really touching movie and shows the struggle of Billie trying to do music and trying to make a name of herself dispite people saying "her music sounds the same" or similar comments. Billie struggles with the loss of her mother and hopes one day they will re-unite. Billie also falls in love with DJ Dice but they have problems in their relationship later on. I think the storyline is really great. There is lots of great music by Mariah and when she sings "Never Too Far" live, it's just amazing. This movie touched my emotions because it was really sad at times, happy at other times and very funny. Mariah has excellent acting talent and this could be her second best talent to singing! There were some unintentional laughs by the audience I saw this movie with and it was weird cause some people were laughing during parts of the movie that were not even funny at all and I coudln't understand it. They just thought it was hilarious she loved her cat so much I guess. Mariah Fans, you will love this movie just like I did. Mariah is truly a talented actress and don't mind the critics. They don't know what a good movie is anyway. I'm sure "Wisegirls" will get Mariah even more noticed by Hollywood and she'll develop into an even better actress. People who don't know what to expect, I encourage you to see this movie because I'm sure you will at least like it. It's a good date movie too. Very sad though at parts. Overall, I loved it and Mariah still rules my world.
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Summary: What I thought of "Glitter"
Review: I saw this movie yesterday with my dad and my best friend. I didn't really want to go, the commercials made it seem like just a stupid teenagage singing movie, but oh was I wrong!! The music was great, the acting was great and the plot was great. I hated the ending, but I can tell it's a good movie( and good acting)if it can make me cry(at the right moments, of course), even my dad liked it! The visual stuff (like the camera zooming in and out) kind of reminded me of a Baz Lurman(I just know I spelled that wrong!) movie (you know Moulin Rouge? Another fabulous movie). My point is see this movie, you won't regret it.
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Summary: Glitter: Mariah's big screne debut!
Review: I'm a big Mariah Carey fan so naturally I had to check out her acting skills in GLITTER. First of all, the critics are totally wrong! GLITTER is an enjoyable, light movie to watch. Mariah does OK on her first try as an actress. I admit, some scenes are a bit cheesy but it's not THAT bad. GLITTER begins with flashbacks of Billie's (Mariah's Character) past as a child with her mom. Her mom is a struggling singer that performs at bars/clubs. Soon after Billie's mom puts her in a foster home. Then, GLITTER fast forwards to 1983 in the club scene. Billie is now a young woman working at the club as a dancer. Anyways, to make a long story short she gets discovered by this guy (Dice) and he becomes her boyfriend/mananger. Billie now tries to make it as a singer in the 80's. GLITTER also features appearances by Da Brat and Eric Benet.
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