@@AlexxaReacts I think shows part of the gritty reality that the people who are willing to manipulate are the ones who move ahead in this story. The innocent woman died and the faithful husband is Mister Cellophane.
@niani8359 more than that, Chicago in the 1920's was not a good time to be an immigrant. They had just been rocked by the Spanish flu, and they believed foreigners were to blame. So the innocent woman basically stood no chance.
The older lady smoking a cigarette talking to Roxie when she was being booked in jail was played by Chita Rivera. Who not only played the original Velma Kelly on Broadway, but was also in the original casts of classic Broadway hits like West Side Story, Bye Bye Birdie, Kiss of the Spider Woman, and more. She's an absolute legend. (And funny as well as delightful. I was lucky enough to meet her once.)
Catherine Zeta Jones really deserved her Best Supporting Actress Oscar for this. Especially doing some of those dance sequences while she was pregnant! In terms of a recommendation, Netflix released the movie of Matilda the musical at the end of last year. It's so good. Its based on the book not the 90s movie (hence why it's english). But the stage show has been running in the West End for over a decade. The music is awesome and the kids are so talented
She was NOT pregnant while filming. That is an urban legend that will not die. She was pregnant with Carys when she accepted the Oscar in April 2003. Filming took place Dec 10, 2001 - May 2002. She got pregnant a couple of months AFTER they filmed.
Moulin rouge, the sound of music, Cinderella with Brandy, meet me in St. Louis, the Phantom of the opera the 25 anniversary, funny face with Audrey Hepburn and singing in the rain
@@terrylewis_ thats why i didnt like the movie. The main character covers up her cheating by murdering the man, blames her husband when she was cheating on him, then lies under oath thanks tonher scummy lawyer. Even worse, she's so full of herself. Completely toxic. And yet she gets her happy ending
@@wastelandlegocheem They don't really mean you to be on their side or think of it as a happy ending - it's an expose of the dirty, rotten things people can do - for us to learn the lesson from that we shouldn't be like that.
Awesome reaction!! Rob Marshall did a stunning job as always! Between this and the The Phantom of the Opera movie (2004) I couldn't stop replaying the deluxe soundtracks. I had both on CD. Phantom is equally as captivating visually and musically. I think you'll love it!
Now that's the way you react to a movie! Excellent job Alexxa. You appreciated it for all of its fantastic elements, the singing, dancing, acting, plot twists, dialogue, music. One of the best musicals put on film of all time. I am an audio describer for the blind and have described 260 plays over the years, and have done Chicago produced by local theatre groups and the Broadway touring shows that are constantly revived. This film beats them all. Catherine Zeta Jones IS superwoman. Renee Zellwegger was new to the singing and dancing and did a marvelous job. Thanks for your fun reaction.
@@AlexxaReacts Tomorrow I will be describing a production for kids called Tomas and the Library Lady. It's about a migrant Mexican family and their son who discovers learning through his friendship with a library lady at his new school. It's based on a true story. Describing for young blind children is fantastic - giving them their first "look" at story telling elements and the ever-new craft of plays.
Amazing, the story of the best stories winning over the truth. Especially with the beautiful polish lady who was not guilty and died for being honest. Tells the story that you have to put up a fight, and a lawyer who knew the exact ploy to get anyone out. The musical pieces in this are out of this world. I especially love "what ever happened" sang by Catherine Zeta and Latifah when Roxie gets famous.
When Chicago was first on Broadway in the 70s a lot of people were turned off by how cynical it was. It was very successful, but left a bad taste in a lot of people's mouths. The 1997 revival was a huge hit, because by that time, the concept of spinning tacky notoriety into media celebrity was all too common. (*cough*kardashian*cough*)
Loved the reaction! If you are looking for other musicals I really recommend 2 classics, High Society starring Grace kelly and Funny Face starring Audrey Hephurn !! :)
I love Queen Latifah’s song so much that I watch it over and over all the time! He Had It Coming is anther favorite! I actually bought the digital version of the movie! I love the whole movie!
A great watch with you, as always! I can't say I like musicals overall. But this film adaptation was huge in its time. So much that had a whole lecture about it in high school, after we had to watch the whole movie. Can't remember why lol I think it was a part of classes on those years in the US, as seen in Chicago.
Catherine Zeta-Jones got an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress and Zellweger got a Golden Globe for Best Actress. Richard Geer started in the theater and was in Grease, he was not the star, but the next guy the one played by Jeff Conaway in the movie. Geer was also a gymnast; he plays Coronet and Piano. He played both in "Cotton Club". She has been in jail for months and isn't' showing so it isn't anyone's baby.
I do think it is because Howard Ashman was a big theater Buff and I agree with you. It does sound a lot like poor, unfortunate souls. Both great songs.
You should react to the film Les Miserables - the most recent production with Hugh Jackman and Anne Hathaway. It's amazing. They sang all the songs live on set, not in a studio, and it packs an emotional punch.
@@BonniBarlow-fn6oj OMG!! YES! Alfie Boe should have been the choice for the movie, in my opinion! His rendition of Bring Him Home makes me cry every time!
I love the music and cellblock tamgo is a great villian song but i do not like the movie overall. And not just because her ex hubby is a punching bag of a good man.
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I always found it very sad that the one woman who was truly not guilty ended up being found guilty
That was indeed so sad! This was a really good movie!
@@AlexxaReacts I think shows part of the gritty reality that the people who are willing to manipulate are the ones who move ahead in this story. The innocent woman died and the faithful husband is Mister Cellophane.
@niani8359 more than that, Chicago in the 1920's was not a good time to be an immigrant. They had just been rocked by the Spanish flu, and they believed foreigners were to blame. So the innocent woman basically stood no chance.
You totally miss the cynical joke of the only innocent woman being executed. You are supposed to laugh not show sympathy.
@@stephiroth7756 Believe it or not, that's not that bizzare considering it's called the spanish flu.
The older lady smoking a cigarette talking to Roxie when she was being booked in jail was played by Chita Rivera. Who not only played the original Velma Kelly on Broadway, but was also in the original casts of classic Broadway hits like West Side Story, Bye Bye Birdie, Kiss of the Spider Woman, and more. She's an absolute legend. (And funny as well as delightful. I was lucky enough to meet her once.)
That's so cool!!
She just passed away about a week ago. She was singing and acting to the end.
Catherine Zeta Jones really deserved her Best Supporting Actress Oscar for this. Especially doing some of those dance sequences while she was pregnant!
In terms of a recommendation, Netflix released the movie of Matilda the musical at the end of last year. It's so good. Its based on the book not the 90s movie (hence why it's english). But the stage show has been running in the West End for over a decade. The music is awesome and the kids are so talented
She totally deserved it!
As for Matilda! I'm adding it to my list! Thanks for watching Ruby 💛
She was NOT pregnant while filming. That is an urban legend that will not die. She was pregnant with Carys when she accepted the Oscar in April 2003. Filming took place Dec 10, 2001 - May 2002. She got pregnant a couple of months AFTER they filmed.
Never seen this but I love it
Moulin rouge, the sound of music, Cinderella with Brandy, meet me in St. Louis, the Phantom of the opera the 25 anniversary, funny face with Audrey Hepburn and singing in the rain
I added them all (except Cinderella since I've seen it - it's soooooo good!). Thanks for watching and for the suggestions 💛
Mr Celophane is my favorite, and this rendition is the best. John C Reilly does it so well!
That dummy hubby of hers deserved better tho
@@wastelandlegocheem Poor Amos, absolutely. :( I mean the main characters in this musical are awful people. lol
@@terrylewis_ thats why i didnt like the movie. The main character covers up her cheating by murdering the man, blames her husband when she was cheating on him, then lies under oath thanks tonher scummy lawyer. Even worse, she's so full of herself. Completely toxic. And yet she gets her happy ending
@@wastelandlegocheem They don't really mean you to be on their side or think of it as a happy ending - it's an expose of the dirty, rotten things people can do - for us to learn the lesson from that we shouldn't be like that.
@@BonniBarlow-fn6oj idk chief, she gets away with murder. Wouldnt be the first or last time murderers were glorified. I think it's the tone
I've always known CZJ as a dancer first, she's a real triple threat. So glad that this movie showed just what she is capable of.
The Sound of Music or The Little Shop of Horrors are great too!
I've seen Sound of Music, but I will add the other to my list! Thank you for the suggestion 💛
Awesome reaction!! Rob Marshall did a stunning job as always! Between this and the The Phantom of the Opera movie (2004) I couldn't stop replaying the deluxe soundtracks. I had both on CD. Phantom is equally as captivating visually and musically. I think you'll love it!
Thank you so much for watching and commenting!! 💛
Ya Mister Cellophane makes me so sad for poor Amos 😢
It was such a sad, yet catchy song 😢
My Favorite musical ever!!! Queen Latifah is amazing. The whole
Cast is amazing though. Not many people react to this. I’m so glad you did😎
Now that's the way you react to a movie! Excellent job Alexxa. You appreciated it for all of its fantastic elements, the singing, dancing, acting, plot twists, dialogue, music. One of the best musicals put on film of all time. I am an audio describer for the blind and have described 260 plays over the years, and have done Chicago produced by local theatre groups and the Broadway touring shows that are constantly revived. This film beats them all. Catherine Zeta Jones IS superwoman. Renee Zellwegger was new to the singing and dancing and did a marvelous job. Thanks for your fun reaction.
Omg! You are amazing for what you do! You allow people to experience art through you. That is unbelievably special! 💛
@@AlexxaReacts Tomorrow I will be describing a production for kids called Tomas and the Library Lady. It's about a migrant Mexican family and their son who discovers learning through his friendship with a library lady at his new school. It's based on a true story. Describing for young blind children is fantastic - giving them their first "look" at story telling elements and the ever-new craft of plays.
@@BonniBarlow-fn6oj That is amazing!
Amazing, the story of the best stories winning over the truth. Especially with the beautiful polish lady who was not guilty and died for being honest. Tells the story that you have to put up a fight, and a lawyer who knew the exact ploy to get anyone out. The musical pieces in this are out of this world. I especially love "what ever happened" sang by Catherine Zeta and Latifah when Roxie gets famous.
Catherine zeta Jones is a real triple threat! Sing, act, and dance brilliantly
“In the Heights” for a brilliant modern musical film adaptation.
It's definitely on my list!! 😊
When Chicago was first on Broadway in the 70s a lot of people were turned off by how cynical it was. It was very successful, but left a bad taste in a lot of people's mouths. The 1997 revival was a huge hit, because by that time, the concept of spinning tacky notoriety into media celebrity was all too common. (*cough*kardashian*cough*)
Loved the reaction! If you are looking for other musicals I really recommend 2 classics, High Society starring Grace kelly and Funny Face starring Audrey Hephurn !! :)
Thank you for watching and for your recommendations! I will add them to my list 💛
Remains one of my favorite movies of all time
I can see why!!
I love Queen Latifah’s song so much that I watch it over and over all the time! He Had It Coming is anther favorite! I actually bought the digital version of the movie! I love the whole movie!
A great watch with you, as always!
I can't say I like musicals overall. But this film adaptation was huge in its time. So much that had a whole lecture about it in high school, after we had to watch the whole movie. Can't remember why lol I think it was a part of classes on those years in the US, as seen in Chicago.
Thanks so much for watching, as always 😉💛
@@AlexxaReacts
This movie was released the same year my daughter was born. We have watched it together ever since.❤
Surely you must have done something else too between reruns
Aww that's beautiful! 💛
Catherine Zeta-Jones got an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress and Zellweger got a Golden Globe for Best Actress. Richard Geer started in the theater and was in Grease, he was not the star, but the next guy the one played by Jeff Conaway in the movie. Geer was also a gymnast; he plays Coronet and Piano. He played both in "Cotton Club". She has been in jail for months and isn't' showing so it isn't anyone's baby.
Why does 9:01, remind me of Ursala's song when she was making a deal with Ariel?
I can/hear see it!
I do think it is because Howard Ashman was a big theater Buff and I agree with you. It does sound a lot like poor, unfortunate souls. Both great songs.
It really is a great one. Fun to rewatch with you!
Thank you for watching!! 💛
You should react to the 2007 movie "Hairspray". Fantastic musical.
I've seen Hairspray - it's one of my favourite musicals. But thank you so much for the suggestion! 💛
You should react to the film Les Miserables - the most recent production with Hugh Jackman and Anne Hathaway. It's amazing. They sang all the songs live on set, not in a studio, and it packs an emotional punch.
I've already seen it! But I might do a rewatch though! I love Les Mis. The O2 25th anniversary is one of my favourite versions.
@@AlexxaReacts Yes! Alfie Bo is the most incredible Jean Val Jean ever!
@@BonniBarlow-fn6oj OMG!! YES! Alfie Boe should have been the choice for the movie, in my opinion! His rendition of Bring Him Home makes me cry every time!
You should react to Moulin Rouge if you want to continue with awesome musicals by amazing actors. It's my favorite movie :)
Yes! I definitely want to see that one. I've added it to my list 😉
I ACTUALLY WATCHED THE MUSICAL TODAY ON MY BIRTHDAY!!! Im still so giddy
HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎂🥳💛
@@AlexxaReacts thank you
Can you do Sharkboy and Lavagirl sure
Yeah
I will add it to my list! I've never seen it. Thanks for the suggestion! 💛
whaaaaa 😕 ??
👍
So this "reaction" is basicly a shorter version of the movie
Yes, it's an edited version of me watching movies/tv shows for the first time. 😊 Thanks for watching and blessings to you!
You make that almost sound like a bad thing 😂
That was the intention @@cometgirl217
yup.....😒 that IS how they work
Hi there
I love the music and cellblock tamgo is a great villian song but i do not like the movie overall. And not just because her ex hubby is a punching bag of a good man.
This is one of those movies that shouldn't have won Best Picture. I like the movie, but compared to Gangs of New York or The Pianist? No.
Oh really? I've never seen The Pianist, and I was too young when I watched Gangs of New York, so I wouldn't know.
Why are you cheering when she gets off!? They did not deserve to get off.
Because she's a likeable villain. I thoroughly enjoyed her character 😊