Perfect Summer Movie

Rating: 10/10 (8 August 2008)

I went into this movie as someone who enjoyed but didn't love ABBA music and with fairly low expectations. This movie blew me away. Midway through watching it, I couldn't wait to watch it again. The cast is great even if the singing isn't always perfect. The locations were spectacular. I've never seen the stage version, so I can't say how close it is to that production, but after seeing the movie, I want to see the stage production. The film is corny and incredibly fun. I actually felt happy humming the music as I left the movie because there is so much joy in watching it. Easily my favorite movie this summer. Lots of laughs and a little romance topped off with some really catchy tunes. You couldn't ask for much more, and I have a greater respect for ABBA. Can't get those catchy melodies out of my head.