A must see!

Rating: 10/10 (20 January 2007)

I loved this movie, loved the music, loved the story. Eddie Murphy just shines as Jimmy, and we finally get to hear how strong he is vocally! We knew that a lot of these people can sing, but wow, they can act, too! The characters were all totally believable.
And Jennifer Hudson is amazing! I rooted for her on American Idol, and was disappointed when she didn't win, but this is much better! This is not your typical "chick flick", I would imagine that there are a whole lot of people it doesn't appeal to. If you don't like musicals, for goodness' sake, don't see this movie. I was ready to slap the couple next to me - he literally groaned every time it appeared we'd get more dialogue in the form of song - what in the world was he expecting from a musical? And if you see it, but don't like it, keep your snide remarks to yourself, because there are certainly people in the audience who are enjoying it! I wanted to applaud after most of the songs, and certainly wanted to stand up at the end and cheer.
I love the return of the musical! Keep 'em coming, writers, directors, and producers!