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Post by sph on Oct 23, 2021 22:32:46 GMT
You know I was thinking two things about the film; Firstly, I wonder if the cut sings were actually filmed and they then might turn uo as deleted scenes on the DVD/Blu-Ray release? Finally, given that he's moved on to bigger things, now that he's committed the character to film, do we think this will be Ben Platt's last outing as Evan Hansen? In terms of playing the role, yes. But I imagine he will still sing the songs in concert appearances etc. He's unlikely to return to any stage production of the full musical. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Oct 23, 2021 22:36:25 GMT
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Post by Rozzi Rainbow on Oct 24, 2021 17:42:24 GMT
I'd hoped to see the film this week but am struggling to find any screenings near me. No sign of it at my two local cinemas, and the Vue 13 miles away only has showings at odd times. Hopefully they're just prioritising other things as it's half term and it might get a better showing the week after.
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Post by Mark on Oct 24, 2021 20:55:17 GMT
I saw the film tonight on the one screening they had at my local Odeon. Actually it was busier than a few of the other screenings I'd been to recently.
Well, it certainly wasn't bad like I thought it would be from the reviews and I actually really enjoyed it. The one major difference between the stage show and the film was the tone - in the stage show even during Evan's opening monologue there is a lot of humour, and there is a lot of humour throughout, whereas the film lacks any of that and damn it brings home just how sad of a story it is.
I can see why Platt is getting a lot of criticism for his performance in this. The "too old" look didn't bother me, actually didn't matter at all. But the way the songs are written and how Platt performs it is is very much for the stage - it's very intense. But then by toning that down you would lose the real essence of the character.
Amy Adams was wonderful
By cutting Anybody Have a Map? and Good for you, Heidi becomes somewhat diminished and Julianne Moore isn't really in it that much. Equally by cutting the Sincerely, Me reprise you lose some much needed comic relief. I didn't actually feel we needed the new number that Alana sang (Anonymous Ones), but the other new number (A Little Closer) made for a really wonderful sequence which wrapped the final chapter up nicely.
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Post by properjob on Oct 26, 2021 7:55:17 GMT
I had a choice of cinemas to watch this in although it was only in one screen in each.
I found it very intense and so I think I prefer the stage version as it slighty takes the edge of to be an easier watch.
It is a successful transfer of the stage show to film which is hard to pull off but I can see how it wouldn't appeal to the general audience.
I really don't like "to break in a glove" so I was pleased it wasn't in the show. Because I'm familiar with the stage show and its soundtrack the new songs felt slightly odd as they aren't as familiar to me as the rest which is always a problem with adaptions.
I think if you like the show you will like the film.
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Post by anthony on Oct 26, 2021 13:07:35 GMT
Saw the movie last night. Oh dear. What a stupid vanity project. It could have been so great, but I (and many others it seems from the fact it's a box office flop) just can't get over the fact that Platt looks as old as he does. He literally look older than his mum. Some scenes end up just being hilarious because they look so stupid.
I don't understand the argument that they wanted to immortalise Platt in the role - surely it was recorded professionally on Broadway during his run?! Couldn't they have just released that?!
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Post by fiyero on Oct 26, 2021 17:46:35 GMT
Glad I got here early. The queue is barely moving. Had bag check and covid pass check while in the queue.
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Post by Dr Tom on Oct 26, 2021 18:30:16 GMT
Got here about 7:10 and in by 7:12 or so. We were asked about Covid passes but no one checked them. I didn’t have a bag but the searches looked fast. Very impressed really as the queue looked deceptively long.
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Post by fiyero on Oct 26, 2021 19:55:39 GMT
Got here about 7:10 and in by 7:12 or so. We were asked about Covid passes but no one checked them. I didn’t have a bag but the searches looked fast. Very impressed really as the queue looked deceptively long. I think there must have been a delay, like you say once it got going it was quick. Programme each on our seats eith a sticker on to mark reopening night too |
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Post by fiyerorocher on Oct 26, 2021 22:11:48 GMT
Possibly the first theatre I've been back to where they were requested every audience member wear a mask on the way in. And covid passes checked for everyone too. Good to see! Of course you do wonder how long it will actually last...
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Post by Dr Tom on Oct 27, 2021 9:36:49 GMT
I enjoyed this last night from one of the £5 seats. Great to look across the audience and see the majority of people being respectful and wearing a mask.
The show is what it is. It was performed well although there was a bit of a sound echo at some points (like one speaker was a split second behind another) which was distracting.
The view from where I sat only really gets half the stage (and much with a bar in view), but for a repeat viewing and the price there's nothing to complain about.
A nice touch with the free programme and a "first night" sticker on them.
All of the swings and alternates came out to bow at the end. Then there were flowers for everyone and some short speeches. Lots of cheering and clapping but otherwise a polite audience. A great evening out.
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Post by danb on Oct 27, 2021 14:22:53 GMT
Wow, I didn’t realise they still existed? Are they the extreme ends of the upper, or balcony?
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Post by Dr Tom on Oct 27, 2021 20:15:11 GMT
Wow, I didn’t realise they still existed? Are they the extreme ends of the upper, or balcony? The very cheap seats are the ones against the sides of the Upper Circle. They're not all priced the same though. The one the very closest to the stage was more expensive (I think £10 when I booked, but I can't be sure). Looks like they're now £7.50/£15 later in the run. TodayTix are doing Rush now, so that's likely going to be the best value versus view option. |
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Post by danb on Oct 27, 2021 20:26:38 GMT
I have a couple booked in December, £12.50 for a bit further towards the main body of the upper circle, but we sat in the £5 seats last time and loved the show after paying a fortune in the opening weeks and being underwhelmed. Loved being that bit closer and can’t wait to see it again.
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Post by forevercolours on Oct 28, 2021 6:51:00 GMT
Does anyone know if they have shared the performer schedule? I was thinking about trying to rush the matinee today but the last time I saw the show, I saw Marcus at the midweek matinee. I would love to see Sam this time around but I am unsure if he would be performing today’s matinee.
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