Fun and Lively but a Loud, Harsh and Rather Vulgar Film

Rating: 2/10 (29 July 2008)

This definitely is a lively and musically vibrant film However, it was rather ridiculous and strained. I think the Play would definitely be better and come off less absurdly. Some of the actors did an excellent job, ie Donna's two friends were very good. Colin Firth was excellent also. Merryl Streep (Donna) did a good job but this just wasn't "her film" as she is not a loud, aggressive type of actor and it was hard to find the real "Meryl Streep" in this overplayed Film. Her two friends in the film were much better suited for this type of Film and came off very well. I totally missed the real Meryl Streep who is very subtle, powerful, warm, sensitive and usually amazing!
For light and lively entertainment this could be fun. Also, the Greek Islands were really beautiful which definitely helped the film.