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Summary: "Chicago..." is EYE CANDY, INSIGHT, AND MUCH, MUCH MORE!
Review: "Chicago the Movie and Lyrics" lives up to the razzle dazzle of the movie and takes it even farther! Giving us an inside look on the movie, Director Rob Marshall begins his introduction remembering how much he loved "Chicago" as a teen and came up with the brillant way to adapt it from stage to screen. Through the introductions, we get an inside look on what was going on in Rob Marshall's head while he was directing, the ideas and thoughts of the producers, and so much more. The introductions are just the beginning to this masterpiece! "Chicago the Movie and Lyrics" contains the complete screenplay and lyrics to all the songs along with more than 180 movie stills, behind-the-scenes photographs, and actual photographs of the real-life story from the 1920s! The eye-candy in this book is mind-boggling. The in-depth, tongue-in-cheek commentary, sidebars and extra information are just the beginning of the inside look at the genius of "Chicago." This book also tells the story of the true life murderesses who inspired the play, musical, and movie. It tells a history of how "Chicago" came to be, from the rip-roaring 1920s, to Fosse, to Miramax, and the transition Rob Marshall had to take it from stage to screen. Oscar Winning costume designer, Colleen Atwood vividly describes how she came up with all of the colorful, sparkling, and beautiful costumes in "Chicago." This book also provides a look at the actors who made this film come to life: what they thought of "Chicago." If they knew it was going to be a success. What their co-stars were like, and more! "Chicago the Movie and Lyrics" lives up to the movie, and takes us to that place where cabarets line the streets, murder is a form of entertainment, and people will do anything for a little recognition. "Chicago the Movie and Lyrics"... The best book for one of the best and most genius stories ever created...
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Summary: Chicago - the windy book?
Review: I bought this book because I'm a ginormous fan of the movie (guess what my Halloween costume is inspired by?). However, upon reading it, I found that a couple of the pages were out of order.
Kind of disappointing for a $40 book.
The content was pretty good. I would have liked more pictures, and more personal stories, and thought the quality was kind of... eh.
I don't think the book is worth $40, but at the Amazon price I plan to return mine to Borders and order a new one from Amazon in hopes that the page funkiness has been fixed, or that mine was just a freak occurance.
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Summary: GREAT BOOK!
Review: I LOVE THIS BOOK! IT'S COOL HOW THEY PUT THE SCRIPT IN THE BOOK.
I've seen the movie 5 times, and I can't wait until August 19th when it comes out! I'll be sure to be it. It took 10 days for it to arrive, but it was worth the wait! I ordered used. But it was in perfect condition.
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Summary: My Favorite Movie All Captured in A Great Book
Review: I've been dying for this book to come out! Finally, I get it. I love it. I have to express my feelings for this great film, play and book. First of all...this is probably one of the most lavish musicals ever made. Second of all...if you have never seen the film, Do! Third of all...buy this book! It includes the complete screenplay (with some cuts from it) and an in-depth behind the scenes section with picutures of the 1975 Broadway play, the making of the film and real life "murderer's row."
If you love Chicago, buy this book! It rocks!
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Summary: I LOVE IT!
Review: I've seen this movie 8 times, so it's just natural that I bought this book. The book cover was damaged, so I told amazon, and they sent me a new one, free of charge, within days! I love the pictures, they are amazing, and I love how the lyrics and script is included. This book tells the story of the movie with pictures. I also loved the behind the scenes information they had. This is a must-have for any die-hard Chicago fan.
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Summary: All That Jazz
Review: If i could i would give this book more stars. This really captures the movie well. You need to buy, The Soundtrack & of course The Movie if you are a fan of the movie! Im only on page 37 and i just LOVE this book! To anyone who has not seen Chicago yet i say this to you "what the heck are you doing on your computer you chould be out going to see it"
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Summary: A LAVISH, RAZZLE-DAZZLE BOOK
Review: If you liked the movie (and, didn't we all?) you'll love this lavish, razzle-dazzle book. Some 183 eye-popping full color photos and illustrations are reminders of what a treat for the eyes this film is. It's hard to believe that pages can contain those glamorous larger than life screen figures - Renee Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Queen Latifah - but, they do with photographs that sizzle. In his intriguing introduction Director Rob Marshall relates his fascination with Chicago: "I was fifteen when I first saw Chicago on the New York stage. After seeing the performance, I listened to the album over and over and loved this musical more than words can convey. For me, Chicago was Broadway. So it's a dream come true for me that I've come full circle, going from that little kid, the 15-year-old at the stage door, to directing this movie. Please forgive me for believing it's destiny." Marshall goes on to explain both the difficulties and joys of adapting Chicago from stage to film. An especially absorbing section of this volume is devoted to the genesis of Chicago which was originally based on a real murder which took place in the city of Chicago in the 1920s. A man was found shot to death in a car owned by Mrs. Belva Gaertner, a cabaret singer with two ex-husbands. At first the woman denied any knowledge of the crime but later admitted that the gun found in the auto was hers. To every question asked of her she replied, "I don't know. I was drunk." It comes as no surprise that she was acquitted. Following this announcement she laughed, hugged her attorneys, and thanked the jury. You know what they say about truth being stranger than fiction! Remember Ginger Rogers? She came on screen as Roxie Hart in 1942. The book Chicago is filled with little known facts, such as for the film's closing number when Roxie and Velma shoot out lights to spell their names over 10,000 light bulbs were used to create the 20 by 30 foot wall of bulbs. And, find out how and where Rob Marshall auditioned Renee Zellweger. There's no place like Chicago that toddlin' town, and there's no book like Chicago! - Gail Cooke
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Summary: A LAVISH, RAZZLE-DAZZLE BOOK
Review: If you liked the movie (and, didn't we all?) you'll love this lavish, razzle-dazzle book. Some 183 eye-popping full color photos and illustrations are reminders of what a treat for the eyes this film is. It's hard to believe that pages can contain those glamorous larger than life screen figures - Renee Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Queen Latifah - but, they do with photographs that sizzle. In his intriguing introduction Director Rob Marshall relates his fascination with Chicago: "I was fifteen when I first saw Chicago on the New York stage. After seeing the performance, I listened to the album over and over and loved this musical more than words can convey. For me, Chicago was Broadway. So it's a dream come true for me that I've come full circle, going from that little kid, the 15-year-old at the stage door, to directing this movie. Please forgive me for believing it's destiny." Marshall goes on to explain both the difficulties and joys of adapting Chicago from stage to film. An especially absorbing section of this volume is devoted to the genesis of Chicago which was originally based on a real murder which took place in the city of Chicago in the 1920s. A man was found shot to death in a car owned by Mrs. Belva Gaertner, a cabaret singer with two ex-husbands. At first the woman denied any knowledge of the crime but later admitted that the gun found in the auto was hers. To every question asked of her she replied, "I don't know. I was drunk." It comes as no surprise that she was acquitted. Following this announcement she laughed, hugged her attorneys, and thanked the jury. You know what they say about truth being stranger than fiction! Remember Ginger Rogers? She came on screen as Roxie Hart in 1942. The book Chicago is filled with little known facts, such as for the film's closing number when Roxie and Velma shoot out lights to spell their names over 10,000 light bulbs were used to create the 20 by 30 foot wall of bulbs. And, find out how and where Rob Marshall auditioned Renee Zellweger. There's no place like Chicago that toddlin' town, and there's no book like Chicago! - Gail Cooke
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Summary: Great book from a great film.
Review: This book has it all, making of the film, great photos, script and screenplay. If you loved the movie Chicago, you will love this book. I was very happy with my purchase of this item.
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