A Story About Love

Rating: Null/10 (24 August 2002)

Wonderous and organic, M.R. is about two people whose lives become entangled despite their different backgrounds.
One element, sometimes criticized, is the use of music. While I disliked the use of modern music in 'Knight's Tale' because I felt it was inappropriate, here the modern music meshes with the story and the characters sing their lines in way to reveal their powerful emotions.
The scenery is gaudy and incredible, and the Moulin Rouge nightclub is the period's Studio 64. The story has depth, but is straight-forward in its delivery.
Nicole and Ewan sing and dance, following a classic love story retold with fresh appeal.
I've watched the DVD many times. Enjoy!