Surpassingly refreshing and and well done film that channels the likes of Chicago and and Pretty Women

Rating: 10/10 (22 November 2010)

With a nod to the past and a glimpse to the future the Iconic girl power in this movie is both symbolic and surprisingly refreshing! You can almost see Cher hand down the torch to Christina Aguilera and you watch this visual spectacular extravaganza unfold scene after scene!
When I first herd of this film being in production I immediately thought "Oh God, GLITTER! or that horrible catastrophe CROSSROADS" But, without giving away any details, I will say I was shocked! Christina came across as a natural talent. We all know she has a stunning voice but could she cut it with those acting chops!? Im going to say Yes! It was as if she has did this all before and as I watch, full expecting her to fall on her face, I fell in love with her not just as Ali, A small town girl who moves to Hollywood to chase her dreams, but as an actress! I believe this sis the start of a bright acting future for her!
Cher was phenomenal as usual but we all knew that! Who better to play Xtina's, Mentor in the fill, Tess, then Cher? I want to keep this short and sweet so I will move on to the downers!
Ali, Xtina's character Ali, was a little under developed. There was not enough Info about her past and who she was before deciding to Move to California. We have no idea how she crafted her skillful voice or why she decided to chase her dream. That only bad reflection on the writers which I'm sure was originally filmed but later cut on the editing floor, And lastly, This is a bit of a bash on Xtina but nothing to serious! Though I mentioned earlier was a natural to the acting game, she had one emotional scene that just didn't work for me. At some point she is crying on the shoulder of her love interest, Jack, and it was a little unbelievable! Bad acting a little! however I don't think it took away from the film as a whole and it was the only scene her inexperience was noticeable! I believe in the upcoming roles she will prefect this craft a little better!
If you like romantic comedies this is the movie for you! Its fun and playful with great characters and story line and amazing songs and dance numbers to compliment the film! Mix in Kristin Bell, Stanley Tucci, Eric Daine, and Cam Garinet and you got an all star cast to round out the roster! Amazing musical film that is definitely a mist see!