Chicago

I expected almost nothing from Chicago and maybe that’s why I had so much fun. My heart still belongs to the other great musical from the early 21st century (the time they were made, BTW, is the only thing Chicago and Moulin Rouge have in common), but it still deserves a thumbs up; it’s certainly not the undeserved Oscar winner many people say. (18/02/2011)

I love movies set in "the olden days" and this movie is absolutely great and fascinating too! I found it really entertaining and the cast couldn’t have been better; the roles fitted each actor like a glove. And it was a pleasure to listen to the quality musical performances and the production design was a feast for the eyes. You just have to love Chicago; I haven’t ever seen a better musical on the silver screen. (18/03/2014)

Chicago is a musical full of colour that paradoxically takes place within the dark walls of an American prison, home to sophisticated murderers but also great artists in the field of dance and singing. The most unforgettable scene was without a doubt the prison tango, it had momentum, excellent choreography and funny sequences around the murders of our lovely ladies. The trio of Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Richard Gere are brimming with acting, singing and dancing talent, which is quite a powerful combination. And the supporting actors like Queen Latifah, and John C. Reilly also impress. In short, a film that, while not perfect, is above average as a representative of its genre and definitely worthy of another viewing. (12/07/2011)

It wasn't an experience I'll never forget, probably partly because I already know the songs here. They are not the best ones. The clear highlight is the format where cabaret scenes intertwine with classic narrative ones. It's a celebration of cabaret and its beautiful cynicism, as well as the cynicism of people in general. Anyone can be a star, and anyone can become a star. All you need is good marketing. This is a musical that has an idea, and it is excellent. It's just a shame I didn't see the film in a better mood. It must have looked great on stage. (17/03/2014)

Chicago one of those films that you might not necessarily dislike, let alone throw away, but doesn’t offer practically anything new or innovative, and you will probably to avoid a feeling of boredom during the screening. The captivatingly shot dance scenes in the cabarets do not make up for the rather dismal screenplay and main plot. The performances are excellent, and above all, the actors are the engine of the whole film, without whom it would suffer from the boredom syndrome even a little more than it should be healthy. (26/10/2003)