a pure joyous romp, with songs by ABBA & Meryl Streep

Rating: 10/10 (17 February 2009)

MAMMA MIA! is a pure cinematic joyous romp.
Phylinda Lloyd directed this, she also directed the stage musical.Catherine Johnson wrote the screenplay & the musical book for the stage musical.
The songs are all based on the music of ABBA, The 1970'S great musical group from Sweden. I will admit to liking the music of ABBA very much mainly because we can understand the lyrics.
The large cast is mostly made up of actors not known for their singing. Here it does not matter if you really can sing,The music & lyrics are so joyous & happy, we all can sing along.
The entire cast has an absolute field day. Before I get to the cast a note on the plot & story.
This delightful tale is quite reminiscent of the marvelous 1968 comedy' Buono Sera Mrs, Campbell starring Gina Lollobrigida..
Mamma Mia stars Meryl Streep. She should have have been nominated for her spirited performance.(as well as her role in Doubt,) What a performer. Pierce Brosnam, Colin Firth & Stellan Skarsgard co-star as her 3 suitors. they all are very good. Amanda Seyfried plays her daughter ,this young lady will have a big career ahead of her.
Her swain is played by up & coming Dominic Cooper another young actor with great talent. Julie Waters & Christine Baranski are Meryl's buddy from her past. they are excellent
This film was made mostly in Greece, Beautiful scenery & setting add to the magic.
This is definitely one of the best films of 2008.
A MUST see musical for seekers of a good time.
I will buy the DVD of this because I will want to see it again & then one more time. It is that enjoyable.