An extraordinary, spectacular musical!

Rating: 10/10 (30 November 2011)

Moulin Rouge (2011), directed by Baz Luhrmann is an extraordinary musical that takes stunning and daring risks with actors, song choice, costuming, choreography and plot. It is perhaps one of the best, if not the best, musicals I've ever watched in the sense that the execution of the story is both breathtaking and entertaining. Luhrmann chose to use actors like Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor as his star roles which made his choice of actors seemed quite daring at the time to the public. However, the highly talented and capable duo made the film's zest far more alluring and impressive. Luhrmann's use of type casting also helped to make the plot far more realistic to viewers.
The best thing that comes out of "Moulin Rouge!" is definitely it's music and performances. The plot allows the movie to continue rolling along, however it's soundtrack allows the audience to feel the immense excitement and enthusiasm radiating from the screen. The performances are powerful and intensifying. Aside from excitement, the movie creates a feel of fantasy, love and aspirations while still reflecting reality. The musicality of the performances were intensified by it's highly decorated sets and costuming. There are bursts of color and light highlighted in every scene, that emanate specific emotions to be felt among the audience.
The film is a great example of dramatic love, that reflects some of the concepts produced by films like "Romeo and Juliet". It's Bohemiam and burlesque-like twist emphasizes the overall sexiness and passionate love from the characters and allows the viewers to be totally immersed into the musical. "Moulin Rouge!" is an experience that is surely a shame to miss out on!