I liked it

Rating: 6/10 (2 March 2012)

I am giving it a six because of Christina Aguilera.
Essentially an Aguilera video with a cliché of a story line to join the music it was competently done. Good dance routines and pleasant music which became repetitive toward the end. Aguilera's electrifying voice kept my attention throughout.
Stanley Tucci carries on with his role in The Devil Wears Prada, even to the extent of casually flipping costumery over his shoulder at the young protagonist (Aguilera in this case) whilst delivering witty repartee.
Cher wailed like a stuck pig in some of her numbers. I don't believe that her singing added value as CA swept all before her. It's difficult to compete with Aguilera's power. Not many solo artists today could follow her act.
I am not competent enough to comment on Cher's acting performance but she was believable in the simple (beleagured) role.
Aguilera gives an honest and energetic performance. I think she is a lovely girl and that is exactly what she plays in this picture. Nothing spectacular. I bought her story as simple as it was. Some bitchy comments seemed to be out of character later in the movie after she gains a measure of fame.
When CA opens her mouth to sing, I shut mine and listen.