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Summary: everything cirque du soliel has been to me
Review: I haven't seen Saltimbanco live, but when i saw Quidam live i fell in love with Cirque du soliel. Eventually i learned all about Cirque Du soliel and when i recieved the Saltimbanco tape for Christmas it was by far my best gift. The video sticks with you and the music haunts you for a long time. Its everything Cirque Du Soliel should be.
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Summary: When a circus is not a circus
Review: Let's be honest. Seeing Saltimbanco Live is an experience by itself. Nothing really comes close to it by any stretch of the imagination. However, those wishing to capture memories of that very enchanted evening will find this video absolutely wonderous. Directed by Jacques Payette and original concept by Franco Dragone, this masterpiece will entertain viewers right from the beginning. Although the brilliant opening in their live show has been cut, this video starts off with the most touching act called Adagio, a trio consisting of a family performing amazing acrobatics choreographed to a brilliant haunting score composed by Rene Dupere. This is followed by the acrobates on the chinese poles which will dazzle you with their strength and precision. Watching the ' Chinese bird on the wire' will totally take your breath away as will the next act which to me, is the highlight of the tape. You will absolutely be blown away by Miguel Herrera and his juggling act. His confidence and control of 7 balls at a time is something you just can't grasp. His robotic manner in which he juggles, performs different combinations and sequences totally timed to perfection will simply leave you speechless. Following this are the amazing pair with their boleadoros and the fun and comedic street performers on the Russian Swing. The next highlight of the tape has to be the famous Lorador brothers who have left Saltimbanco and are now performing in one of Cirque's resident show 'Mystere' showing in Treasure Island Las Vegas. I'm telling you, these lads must have bones of steel and the flexibility of rubber all rolled in to one. The strength, power and control of their amazing routine will leave you wondering why all men weren't created equal! This act known as 'Hand to Hand' consists of several manoeuvres that the brothers perform including headstands on the sole of a foot, a hamstring lift with a man doing a handstand on the soles of your feet and a most amazing balancing act that has to be seen to be believed. Other acts include the twin sisters on the double trapeze and the graceful artists on the bungee. In all , a most amazing tape with wonderous visuals and even greater musical performances by the singer and the band musicians. As they say, " When a Circus is not a Circus ". Need I say more?
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Summary: You can do better!!
Review: My experience with Cirque shows are having seen both "O" and "Mystere" in Vegas. Both are phenomenal shows and I constanlty recommend both to friends and family. Well worth the trip. On DVD I have only viewed "Allegria" and "Satimbanco", although I am awaiting the arrival of "Quidam" from Amazon. My review of Allegria is great, it is a must own. My review of "Saltimbanco" is the 1 star. Halfway through it, I was embarrassed to be watching it. The music was poor, definitely the worst of the shows that I have been to. The costumes and sets rate at the negative level. This appeared to be the most embarrassing of all. Most of the Cirque shows take you to a dream-like, surrealistic place of imagination created by a master artist. This had the imagination of a 1st grader, who is watching "Full House" on TV and designing sets during the commercials. The talent of the cast is still fabulous, but it strongly overshadowed by sub, sub, subpar music and costume. As stated in many other reviews, the camera work was faulty and the poor choice for shots was unexpected.
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Summary: You can do better!!
Review: My experience with Cirque shows are having seen both "O" and "Mystere" in Vegas. Both are phenomenal shows and I constanlty recommend both to friends and family. Well worth the trip. On DVD I have only viewed "Allegria" and "Satimbanco", although I am awaiting the arrival of "Quidam" from Amazon. My review of Allegria is great, it is a must own. My review of "Saltimbanco" is the 1 star. Halfway through it, I was embarrassed to be watching it. The music was poor, definitely the worst of the shows that I have been to. The costumes and sets rate at the negative level. This appeared to be the most embarrassing of all. Most of the Cirque shows take you to a dream-like, surrealistic place of imagination created by a master artist. This had the imagination of a 1st grader, who is watching "Full House" on TV and designing sets during the commercials. The talent of the cast is still fabulous, but it strongly overshadowed by sub, sub, subpar music and costume. As stated in many other reviews, the camera work was faulty and the poor choice for shots was unexpected.
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Summary: You can do better!!
Review: My experience with Cirque shows are having seen both "O" and "Mystere" in Vegas. Both are phenomenal shows and I constanlty recommend both to friends and family. Well worth the trip. On DVD I have only viewed "Allegria" and "Satimbanco", although I am awaiting the arrival of "Quidam" from Amazon. My review of Allegria is great, it is a must own. My review of "Saltimbanco" is the 1 star. Halfway through it, I was embarrassed to be watching it. The music was poor, definitely the worst of the shows that I have been to. The costumes and sets rate at the negative level. This appeared to be the most embarrassing of all. Most of the Cirque shows take you to a dream-like, surrealistic place of imagination created by a master artist. This had the imagination of a 1st grader, who is watching "Full House" on TV and designing sets during the commercials. The talent of the cast is still fabulous, but it strongly overshadowed by sub, sub, subpar music and costume. As stated in many other reviews, the camera work was faulty and the poor choice for shots was unexpected.
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Summary: Worth owning for only the most diehard CdS fan....
Review: Nothing can be taken away from the acts in this show. As usual they are superb, though a bit dated when one compares them to a present day "Mystere" or "O".
My one fear is that this show will go out of production and there will not be a new DVD to replace this one. This DVD has poor lighting and bad camera angles, so much so, that I am quite surprised that CdS still stamps their name on it in 2004! It simply is not up to their high standards. 5 stars for the acts, but 1 for the quality of the recording presented here.
To anyone who is listening in Montreal, please film another show!
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Summary: Pure Enjoyment!
Review: Outstanding show filmed very well. Imaginative costumes, music, grace and strength - jaw dropping acts that you'd expect from Cirque du Soleil. Very bright and entertaining! Excellent show!
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Summary: Really interesting Cirque
Review: Saltimbanco is a really good show and can be viewed as a turning point for Cirque du Soleil. The costumes, choreography, music, and acts have all improved over the previous shows. This DVD has more acts than the Bravo TV special, but it lacks any special features other than trailers to other Cirque DVDs (a behind-the-scenes look would've been nice). An interesting note: the duo who performs the hand balancing act are currently in Mystere doing almost the exact same performance as in Saltimbanco. It's a much different experience watching Cirque live than on DVD, but if you can't get to a show, the DVD is worth it.
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Summary: Really interesting Cirque
Review: Saltimbanco is a really good show and can be viewed as a turning point for Cirque du Soleil. The costumes, choreography, music, and acts have all improved over the previous shows. This DVD has more acts than the Bravo TV special, but it lacks any special features other than trailers to other Cirque DVDs (a behind-the-scenes look would've been nice). An interesting note: the duo who performs the hand balancing act are currently in Mystere doing almost the exact same performance as in Saltimbanco. It's a much different experience watching Cirque live than on DVD, but if you can't get to a show, the DVD is worth it.
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Summary: Camera direction RUINS this one. Too bad.
Review: The constant weird angle closeups ruin this show. Annoying. Really bad camera work I assure you. Buy Quidam and have a great time.
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