Uplifting eye candy

Rating: 9/10 (14 April 2018)

I loved this film. Its a showy, unchallenging, fun movie with an uplifting simple message, and great catchy songs. The film has been criticised for being a white wash of the true Barnum story - but thats to miss the point. It has been recast to tell sell an inclusive message for today, it is not a documentary, and I have yet to see a depressing musical - they are by their nature intended to be upbeat and fun. Which means that nuances of history are skipped or left out. Whilst the criticisms may be valid, if you want a fun uplifting film watch this. If you want the real Barnum story - go somewhere else.