The Greatest Showman
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 20, 2017
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Hiro016Sep 2, 2023
Simplesmente o meu filme preferido,Todas as músicas são perfeitas(Bem,Maioria delas)
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JuniorRemualdoJun 9, 2023
This movie surprised me, its a great movie, i think was the first music movie where have i really liked, was a greatfull surprise to me, excelent history, excelente musics, excelents dances, its a excelente movie.
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KJ_20Jan 11, 2023
Its fantastic. The story is wonderful, and the casting is impeccable. But the music, my oh my, this movie has some of the greatest songs in a movie ever.
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PickleRickxNov 25, 2022
Absolutely brilliant! Zac effron and zendayas on screen chemistry is absolutely perfection, not to mention their voices along side hugh Jackman, and wide range cast all which can sing, making every single song in this movie pure magical. AndAbsolutely brilliant! Zac effron and zendayas on screen chemistry is absolutely perfection, not to mention their voices along side hugh Jackman, and wide range cast all which can sing, making every single song in this movie pure magical. And to top it all off a well rounded story is being told through this music that makes you feel things you haven't felt in ages while watching a movie. And takes on important topics of inclusion and not judging others.… Expand
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DolphinReviewsJul 21, 2022
God this movie sucks. So dull and forgettable. Waste of my life spent watching this dumpster fire.
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LuissDtJun 24, 2022
The Greatest Showman could be too boring at first but if you stick with its script you will be able to see a great movie that will make you fulfill your million dreams
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BookFlixFeb 25, 2022
A true work of art, expertly intertwined with musical masterpieces. A film not to miss.
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tare1575Dec 18, 2021
동기부여되는 뮤지컬영화 중 최고 !!
One of the best motivating musicals!!
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DoiteNov 24, 2021
I love the music and the naive, fairytale atmosphere. The story is effectively about a man who never fully grew up. He maintains a childlike outlook despite being forced to handle adult responsibilities, possibly because he had to face thoseI love the music and the naive, fairytale atmosphere. The story is effectively about a man who never fully grew up. He maintains a childlike outlook despite being forced to handle adult responsibilities, possibly because he had to face those responsibilities too early. There are flaws though. The end was too abrupt and each scene felt disconnected. This needed to go harder on the movie treatment and lighter on theatre.

I saw some people who were complaining that he"s meant to be a good guy. I think people need to start learning about what makes a character. He's a protagonist and a likable one. But a perfectly good protagonist is a poorly written protagonist. This protagonist is very flawed. He makes bad choices, but you're meant to remain hopeful. This character is strongly rooted in his humanity. He isn't a hero.… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021
I enjoyed the songs and the cinematography present in this film. The story was one I wasn't familiar with and I enjoyed it overall, even though/if it was perhaps a little cheesy. I liked the scene with Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron singing andI enjoyed the songs and the cinematography present in this film. The story was one I wasn't familiar with and I enjoyed it overall, even though/if it was perhaps a little cheesy. I liked the scene with Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron singing and dancing at a bar I think?. Its a bit of a corny watch and I felt a little uncomfortable with the exploitation aspect but I enjoyed the musical aspect and I imagine it did look pretty good on a large screen. If you like musicals, its well worth a watch I'd say.… Expand
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JoshYT007Sep 7, 2021
100% (de mis favoritas de la historia).

Es como "ROCKETMAN", un musical fantástico que cuenta una historia real por medio de actos impresionantes. Me llama bastante la atención la historia real y me gustaría otra película que la cuente sin100% (de mis favoritas de la historia).

Es como "ROCKETMAN", un musical fantástico que cuenta una historia real por medio de actos impresionantes.

Me llama bastante la atención la historia real y me gustaría otra película que la cuente sin filtros.

Aún así, amé esta película por sus personajes, estilo visual, narrativa (maquillada) y escenas memorables.… Expand
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ChellestielApr 27, 2021
Makes me want to watch it again. I have never written a movie review before but this movie is just perfect to watch with our family on Christmas day. It was moving, upbeat, romantic and has very meaningful massage. Also the visual, theMakes me want to watch it again. I have never written a movie review before but this movie is just perfect to watch with our family on Christmas day. It was moving, upbeat, romantic and has very meaningful massage. Also the visual, the costumes and the set are very magical and well organized. Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Michelle Williams and Zendaya are all very talented. And i very like Keala Settle and Rebecca Ferguson singing scene, it really was a breathtaking scene. I really appreciate how magical this movie is.… Expand
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jassyelitomixMar 20, 2021
La mejor película de musical, en verdad es muy buena para ver un sábado en tu sillón, tiene sus momentos mágicos que te hacen querer estar ahí.
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DenversMar 3, 2021
The Greatest Showman is a “biography” about P.T Barnum. The music is subpar but the film is interesting enough to keep you engaged. Hugh Jackman did a fantastic job playing Barnum. Overall, the film was pretty good, but nothing special.
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SladeykajeFeb 7, 2021
not just poorly assembled but also incredibly boring. What a waste of talent.
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PhoenixReveiwsFeb 2, 2021
✅72%

This is a very well written emotional story. One moment I'm smiling, the next crying.
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X-FactorMar 21, 2019
Reaction images. The movie. Wholesome entertainment. Better than Disney's musicals like Frozen and Beauty and the Beast.
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meydianarizki21Oct 18, 2020
Amazing movie, amazing songs, didn't see such a great movie in years!
This was magnificent piece of art, music and deep story. The actors did a perfect job. The songs were so amazing. I really liked that not every sentence was delivered byAmazing movie, amazing songs, didn't see such a great movie in years!
This was magnificent piece of art, music and deep story. The actors did a perfect job. The songs were so amazing. I really liked that not every sentence was delivered by singing, but that there were just regular speaking parts and songs between. So even if you are not into musicals its very good movie for you. The songs and the energy in them were just awesome. There was not even a second where I would feel bored or not entertained. The story is amazing as well. Although some people may say the main character is in real life not as amazing as in the movie or was just selling not a real truth, well I am here not to judge, everyone has his opinion and no matter how it was, I just take it as it was inspired by some person with a great idea and its not documentary about his life so as a movie if its totally true or not, I dont think it matters. As a movie the story was amazing and very deep. I think everyone should see this movie. I wanted to watch it again right away after it finished.… Expand
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XldXJul 21, 2020
Good music good movie. Pretty epic **** you if you didn't like it
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Xtry_onlineJun 21, 2020
I really love this movie. I saw allot of critics speaking negatively about this movie. And they do have some valid points. The meaning of the story is great. But I could have been made better into the movie in my oppinion.
The music is reallyI really love this movie. I saw allot of critics speaking negatively about this movie. And they do have some valid points. The meaning of the story is great. But I could have been made better into the movie in my oppinion.
The music is really awesome. There some of my most favorite songs in here.
I do really recomend the movie. Its something to be seen. Its the greatest show after all.… Expand
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Dostoyevsky3May 4, 2020
The musical to define all musicals. The Greatest Showman showcases beautiful messages and deeply rich themes told through a wonderful love story that is powered by the amazing music, lovely art direction, and electrifying performances. TheThe musical to define all musicals. The Greatest Showman showcases beautiful messages and deeply rich themes told through a wonderful love story that is powered by the amazing music, lovely art direction, and electrifying performances. The Greatest Showman is the greatest film of all time.… Expand
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JP32Mar 24, 2020
The manufactured conflicts, including an interracial love affair between Zac Efron and Zendaya's characters, or a sub-plot concerning circus protestors, wear thin as they go along. The best musicals not only have great music and colorfulThe manufactured conflicts, including an interracial love affair between Zac Efron and Zendaya's characters, or a sub-plot concerning circus protestors, wear thin as they go along. The best musicals not only have great music and colorful dance numbers but a powerful central narrative. That aspect is clearly lacking in this script.… Expand
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OOa007Mar 14, 2020
AWESOME movie. I dont even care to watch alot of musicals but this was Amazing!!! My wife and I and both kids LOVE it we've seen it about 20 times and can sing all the songs. The cast is amazing, the acting is good, the story is wholesomeAWESOME movie. I dont even care to watch alot of musicals but this was Amazing!!! My wife and I and both kids LOVE it we've seen it about 20 times and can sing all the songs. The cast is amazing, the acting is good, the story is wholesome and strong… Expand
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AddddddMar 11, 2020
This movie was amazing beautiful! I was not expecting it to be such a great movie. The characters were developed pretty well and I appreciated a 10/10 soundtrack
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StarYTFeb 7, 2020
While not the most historically accurate retelling of P.T. Barnum (as any review will tell you), it's still a great movie that'll warm your heart at the times you need it to.
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jared1209Feb 5, 2020
The type of movie you watch gleefully with the family. Great visuals, good music and can't deny I was smiling the entire time. Even in the sad bits, maybe there's something wrong with me. Apologies to my neighbours that will have to listen toThe type of movie you watch gleefully with the family. Great visuals, good music and can't deny I was smiling the entire time. Even in the sad bits, maybe there's something wrong with me. Apologies to my neighbours that will have to listen to me sing these songs woefully out of tune and at the top of my lungs. Better stoned.… Expand
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KelvinSelimorJan 26, 2020
The Greatest Showman. This is an amazing show! A beautiful movie that in a good sense is filled with no less amazing songs that remain in my head for a long time. Michael Gracey and the whole team was able to make a truly colorful musical.
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itismaddogjakeJan 22, 2020
The Greatest Showman is by far one of my favorite movies, the soundtrack is amazing, and I recommend this movie to anyone who loves movies with original music!
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4Nick3Nov 20, 2018
After seeing the high user ratings, I had high hopes for this film and I was not disappointed. The Greatest Showman stars Hugh Jackman who plays a real man P.T. Barnum and how he "changed" entertainment. Speaking of entertainment, this filmAfter seeing the high user ratings, I had high hopes for this film and I was not disappointed. The Greatest Showman stars Hugh Jackman who plays a real man P.T. Barnum and how he "changed" entertainment. Speaking of entertainment, this film boasts with it. Although it suffers from being too cliche and corny, The Greatest Showman has stunning visuals, acting, and fantastic music. Everything plays out very nicely in this film and although it has multiple sub-plots, it is is very easy and fun to follow.
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Ahmedrizwan11Aug 16, 2019
Great story with great songs. This movie is one of the best musicals ever made. it is a very entertaining movie
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ea_sergio24Aug 10, 2019
I honestly really loved the movie and learnt a lot from it, it was definitely worth my time, and another testament on why I should never listen to critics because I almost didn't watch this due to the backlash...
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manningn15Aug 17, 2018
One of my favorite musicals of all time and I feel it is one of the best musicals ever made. The story and screenplay were fantastic. The scenery and set designs were great. I thought the costume designs were remarkable. The makeup and hairOne of my favorite musicals of all time and I feel it is one of the best musicals ever made. The story and screenplay were fantastic. The scenery and set designs were great. I thought the costume designs were remarkable. The makeup and hair was also very impressive. The musical numbers and choreography were spectacular and extremely entertaining. I loved the entire soundtrack and musical score. Every song was very well performed and very well written especially This Is Me, Rewrite the Stars, Never Enough, and Tightrope. The soundtrack is one of my top 5 favorite movie soundtracks of all time and one of my favorite albums of all time. The acting performances were stupendous especially Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, Zac Efron, Zendaya, and Rebecca Ferguson as well as Keala Settle, Sam Humphrey, and Paul Sparks. The Greatest Showman is one of my favorite movies of all time. I loved every single minute of this movie.… Expand
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SurmaJul 2, 2019
Extremely uplifting and enjoyable movie about enduring through hard times with dreams of success in the entertainment industry.

I only could see negative about this movie that it wasn't based on true story, and I guess many who ended upExtremely uplifting and enjoyable movie about enduring through hard times with dreams of success in the entertainment industry.

I only could see negative about this movie that it wasn't based on true story, and I guess many who ended up giving a bad vote are audience of Honest Trailers who have to find every single fault of any movie and ridicule it, easy for you to do when all your content is basically recycling criticism as if it was discovered yesterday.

Every movie has its own faults and in the internet age everyone has gotten so hyper critical about everything even as shiny as this movie was on it's performance and music, it still got a large sum of people who were upset about music and plot. This is the same audience who praises old movies like American Pie because it was born before internet age because it happens to have 1 nude scene, the same audience who went to watch all of the sequels because you guessed it, boobs.

Get a **** reality check everyone. This movie deserves at least 8.5 score.

If movie like Fifth Element was made today it would receive audience score of 6 if not worse, but because it's old classic it has to be rated ~9, you got to be joking me.

You want me to tear down Fifth Element to pieces?

1. Plot takes forever to take place after first introduction.

2. The smaller main villain looks ridiculous with his fake plastic face. Looks like the suit was made in 10 minutes after knitting few curtain cloths together. The guy almost choked himself. 3. The world is saved by some retired special forces guy because apparently world has run out of special forces units...?

4. First action for everything, lets just shoot at it.

5. Priests are still a thing in year 3000.

6. How isn't the military aware of the ancients and their technology? I thought military was supposed to be aware of dangers that could expose humankind to destruction?

I mean military even warns about damage caused by climate change and it's not really their specialty.

7. The fact this supposed super weapon to defeat evil has to be located on earth... for some strange reason.

8. Why does every scifi movie have to be some ends day doom scenario that ends the world?

9. Artificially build tension for last seconds. I kinda get how the main bad guy is a planet and everything. But whole reason why the planet was forming so far out of solar system was just to build the tension of it reaching earth where world could be ended if the plant just formed couple seconds closer to earth.

If you look at Fifth Element it has all the stereotypical plot devices from action movie where bomb is replaced by the super weapon, time is replaced by how close the planet is, main villains are your stereotypical bad guys who just want to harm people, every movie has some average Joe Nobody who used to be though guy return to service just for 1 last mission while he's struggling with his private life. Scifi is just there for added spice into the movie, but over 50% of the scifi is just added annoyance that's not even pleasing to watch.

Just for example the Ruby Rhod who is this outspoken black guy with weird hair is just a comedic relief where everyone goes like "yeah show that talking head that guns go boom, he so scared", where have we seen this before? Pretty much every single action movie where some person watching the show is out of touch of how the real world operates, gets shown by the main hero how the "real world" operates, further progressing the idea that a nerd who doesn't solve his problems with violence is somehow weak individual while some barking dog who punches every guy who doesn't please him is a though good guy who fights for the weak, it's not like world is brainwashed by the media enough, the movie just propagates bad messages all over the place.

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So yeah it's easy for anyone to break the ice and find problems on every single movie, unless it's literally documentary, and even then there's probably problem with pacing for some individuals, just look how poor reviews the First Man got (7.4/10) from Metacritic.

I guess only way to reach above 9 score is to embrace brainless entertainment these days and have a joke every 10 minutes otherwise audience of mouth breathing 10 year olds get bored.

And then people criticize why Marvel is always making their movies so deliberately unserious, well when you get a serious movies like the Infinity War 1 or 2, they get immediately criticized for minor details or not having enough action or there being too much action.

Take a **** step back already from your ivory towers of criticism and ask yourself how would you make the movie any better and how many would be willing to pay to watch it?

If you actually would want to watch something new, well it's been tried many many times and nearly everyone in the audience HATED IT, as this movie clearly shows.… Expand
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Cus133xMay 26, 2019
A great movie that inspires individuals to dream and overcome obstacles. The Greatest Showman also provides a fabulous soundtrack and well choreographed dance scenes.
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Wavy_YeezyMay 26, 2019
Kids love this movie. It was better than I expected more substance than most kid movies.
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TadgerMay 19, 2019
I really wanted to enjoy this movie, but I just couldn't get into it. I'll start by saying that I didn't enjoy the music, so I had no hope of enjoying this movie really. I can see why people might like it though. All the music sounded theI really wanted to enjoy this movie, but I just couldn't get into it. I'll start by saying that I didn't enjoy the music, so I had no hope of enjoying this movie really. I can see why people might like it though. All the music sounded the same to my ears, just a lot of over the top, trying to be awe inspiring, key changing drudgery.
Music aside, for a movie about a "Great" show, we never really saw any of the actual show until the very end. Most of the time that there is a shot of the show, it is just a group of people doing Michael Jackson type dancing and singing about how great the show is. The characters and story telling were shallow and basic. Overall just a bit boring and pointless.… Expand
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timoneApr 23, 2019
Okay, like other musicals like Oliver, Grease, Footloose and many more, they are bursting to go see a musical in cinemas when they saw the trailers of it. The result would be The Greatest Showman and they love it to death. They can't stopOkay, like other musicals like Oliver, Grease, Footloose and many more, they are bursting to go see a musical in cinemas when they saw the trailers of it. The result would be The Greatest Showman and they love it to death. They can't stop singing the songs and they can't stop talking about it. I mean, love it, I mean, obsessed. Someone has recommending me to watch it and you know what? I did. And I gotta say that I love it and I gotta say that the songs are really impressive. I still gotta say that I'm not a huge gigantic fan of the new songs that people have put out in Capital FM and many other radio's. I can tell now that they don't make the songs sound old fashioned anymore at least sometimes. Much like the live-action Beauty and the Beast, the songs make this movie the highlight. Hugh Jackman is great as P. T. Barnum and Zac Efron is once again doing a musical since High School Musical and Hairspray. They're both fantastic in this. Did you know that the idea of this is when Hugh Jackman is singing at the beginning of the Oscars in 2009? Well, I know that after I've finished the film. The Greatest Showman is something that many people cannot stop talking about and singing the songs and is something that is recommended for people who are hugest fans of musicals like I am. The songs are very memorable and my favourite song out of all of them is got to be "From Now On". Don't you just love Hugh Jackman's singing voice? And the dancing is great and you can't go wrong here. The only flaw the movie has is the fact that the critics didn't like it mostly getting mixed reviews but for me, I have absolutely no idea. You can tell that Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert are not around anymore. So anyways, it's very well choreographed and crafted and a dream come true for everyone who's got the album. Hey, hopefully they'll make a musical play out of it.… Expand
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Ansatsu83Apr 21, 2019
I saw this movie/musical a week ago and have fallen in love with it. The singing is near perfect, the songs are catchy, and the dance choreography is one of the best I have seen, in a musical. The bar scene is definitely worth a watch if youI saw this movie/musical a week ago and have fallen in love with it. The singing is near perfect, the songs are catchy, and the dance choreography is one of the best I have seen, in a musical. The bar scene is definitely worth a watch if you can find it online, but the whole movie is entertaining. The stories pacing is good as well. Only problem are some inconsistencies with the real life events, but this is easily overlooked with the whimsy this film delivers. Also I should mention I typically do not like musicals but this one captivated me. Absolutely worth a watch, at least once in your life.… Expand
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MoviezNPMar 6, 2019
I don't know why this movie gets so much of appreciation by the people. It's just another generic musical. Oh yeah, Hugh Jackman is there and Zac Efron is there, and oh wait, some good songs - okay that's why. .
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Good : Before all theI don't know why this movie gets so much of appreciation by the people. It's just another generic musical. Oh yeah, Hugh Jackman is there and Zac Efron is there, and oh wait, some good songs - okay that's why. .
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Good : Before all the whining I am about to proceed with, I do have to admit that Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron were really good in this movie. The song "This is me" accurately describes the feeling of "freaks" in the movie and a lot of such people the real Barnum exploited. The songs were very interesting to say the least and are quite hummable and memorable. There is a good character development for P. T. Barnum. And if you're to believe what they show about Barnum in this and if you love any kind of musical served to you - generic or not, you'll most probably love the movie. But that's where the negatives come. More on that later. .
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Mixed : The songs are good, I like them a lot. But, some are quite forced as if they were like "hey we have to, have to put a song here" and the song comes out too awkwardly. And, most of the songs are accurate as per the situation in the movie, but they could've come out in a much better way. .
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Bad : First and foremost, this is a completely false characterization of P. T. Barnum. The real P. T. Barnum was a pathetic SOB. For no good reason, it tries damn hard to show that he actually was a great person, and doesn't even acknowledging him as a promoter of blackface minstrelsy. That's a great guy, a racist. Okay, let this be and let's accept that at least in the film, we must accept him as a good guy - who always wanted to impress everyone around him. He was clearly not, even in the movie. Though movie doesn't really show how bad the man really was, it portrays him as a selfish guy, many times. And yet, we need to accept him as a good guy? The third act of this movie is a perfect example of a typical clichéd ending. Every "freak" comes back to Barnum for the most generic reasons which could've been backed up with some good plotlines. There is character development of Barnum, but why was he so selfish, way too many times (even though we are to take him as a really good guy)? Was it pride? Was it obsession? Was it proving oneself right by any means (just like this movie does by claiming the movie version of Barnum is a great guy, even though he is very selfish at many times - was this movie metacinematic, btw?)? I still don't know. And I don't even wish to. .
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Conclusion : On the whole, if I overlook the real Barnum thing, it's just another cheesy musical (which actually is a biopic but doesn't feel like one) with some good soundtrack and if I don't overlook it, the movie is a wrongly done biopic. .
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camjd19Mar 11, 2019
A truly underrated film. I was inspired from the start. It was a passion filled story that celebrated people for who they are. I had tears in my eyes at points during the singing parts. The Showman and his wife getting back together was oneA truly underrated film. I was inspired from the start. It was a passion filled story that celebrated people for who they are. I had tears in my eyes at points during the singing parts. The Showman and his wife getting back together was one of them. Their relationship was beautiful and very well developed.… Expand
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Deanfm123456789Mar 3, 2019
Where do i even Begin? So They are doing a Show to impress the Queen, and they do and they Show the queen their Show and Get Good Reviews, Are they Trying to Make their Own Disney Musical? Huh? Well that is Pretty Stupid, and the Plot is soWhere do i even Begin? So They are doing a Show to impress the Queen, and they do and they Show the queen their Show and Get Good Reviews, Are they Trying to Make their Own Disney Musical? Huh? Well that is Pretty Stupid, and the Plot is so Lazy as Hell, and i have to Agree with some of the Critics, I'm gonna give them Credit, Sorry Hugh Jackman, But you were Good in X-Men, Logan and Flushed Away, But You Disappointed Me with this.… Expand
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CoKronakanFeb 7, 2019
I have to say it delivers on all of it's genre tags although not very accurately but it did. This movie felt like a total chore to watch at first but after the first act it picked up really fast and started to be entertaining and hearthI have to say it delivers on all of it's genre tags although not very accurately but it did. This movie felt like a total chore to watch at first but after the first act it picked up really fast and started to be entertaining and hearth warming and dramatic at the same time, as the story started to break off in to smaller plots. It was very well executed from this point of view. The cinematography, directing style where a masterpiece. This really is a piece of art if we are to consider the musical elements only. But sadly the immersion was not on point and the musical performances broke off all the story and immersion once it started growing. The plot was not very deep but it was well done. The actors however where the true stars with their performances on the characters assigned to them and all the singing and very frame perfect choreographed dance scene. The romance was definitely there in it's strong element as they showed forbidden love from multiple angles, and not all happy endings. Somehow the the ending was not cheesy nor cliche which is weird, but it proves that this was a very well cared movie even with all of it's really big faults.
Overall this was a good movie but it could have been a lot better if where more immersive and entertaining. Ohh yeas and the practical visuals where amazing as well, and the stunts executed where mind blowing. Props for the stunt men!… Expand
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xeisFeb 6, 2019
A watershed moment in cinema? Very much like P T Barnum the movie throws away the rule book and gives the viewer a show. The film ignores conventions of narrative structure and drags you at a breathless pace into musical set pieces that areA watershed moment in cinema? Very much like P T Barnum the movie throws away the rule book and gives the viewer a show. The film ignores conventions of narrative structure and drags you at a breathless pace into musical set pieces that are drawn with the broadest strokes. Unashamedly cliched, sentimental, pushing popularist buttons those who are willing to go along with the ride will love it.… Expand
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ThomasdHJan 2, 2019
An average movie with a very basic plot. The soundtrack consists of simple pop music.
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meltdownmonkDec 22, 2018
I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. It's a very kind portrait of P.T.Barnum. Depending on how much you know of his history, it may seem too kind. Anyways, I took it for what it was, a fun musical telling a fairy tale like storyI enjoyed this more than I thought I would. It's a very kind portrait of P.T.Barnum. Depending on how much you know of his history, it may seem too kind. Anyways, I took it for what it was, a fun musical telling a fairy tale like story that makes references to some historical events and selected pieces of history. It's entertaining, has catchy songs, and has a very surreal musical feel, modern pop music with a very vibrant period piece look. Its idealistic show business telling a story of.. idealistic show business dreams.. fun meta conversations to be had after watching! I can't say my top value is showing off or appearing different.. looks are not everything.. this seems to be a show that tries very hard to look good which also saying that we shouldn't judge by looks.. but then we need to appreciate and be entertained by people that look or are different? Don't think to hard about it and you may enjoy it more.. which is probably how one could to view the circus as well.… Expand
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Pajamabob1Dec 18, 2018
I only saw this film on the basis that the alpha male of the street said it was okay, I was drawn into the story and the music, which has now become household in the uk. Storyline was a tad predictable but has a real good feel factor, willI only saw this film on the basis that the alpha male of the street said it was okay, I was drawn into the story and the music, which has now become household in the uk. Storyline was a tad predictable but has a real good feel factor, will leave you feeling great and tapping your feet when you leave the cinema. As for the people that slate the film, I can honestly say that all the people that pass though my salon, and that's a lot, not one has a bad thing to say.… Expand
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DominArsenDec 8, 2018
Greatest Showman
Un doux rêve à vivre en famille !
Greatest Showman est une excellente comédie musicale rythmée aux meilleures musiques que j'ai entendue depuis longtemps dans un film. L'histoire d'un passionné qui fuit la pauvreté cadencéeGreatest Showman
Un doux rêve à vivre en famille !
Greatest Showman est une excellente comédie musicale rythmée aux meilleures musiques que j'ai entendue depuis longtemps dans un film.
L'histoire d'un passionné qui fuit la pauvreté cadencée par un montage mesuré en accord total sur la musique et les gestes des acteurs. Ce film est fabuleux à entendre et regarder!
Préparez-vous à vivre le cirque mieux que jamais !
Un Dolby Atmos discret avec des basses très profondes.
Vous aimé la musique, vous aimé le cinéma, allé rencontrer Greatest Showman !… Expand
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Fred22Feb 2, 2018
Best. Musical. Ever.
Soundtrack, choreography, scenography, lights, colours, acting... Everything was amazing!
If you haven't seen it yet, do it. You will not regret!
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Dennise87Nov 15, 2018
This movie has helped me have the greatest year of my life. Thank you for such a great movie. full of inspiration and motivation for the "different people"! No one ever made a difference by being just like everyone else!!
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harvdog03Nov 7, 2018
Don't listen to anything the critics says and see this movie. So this movie never said it was a biography of B.T. Barnum, but instead it was just pure enjoyment. This is a great example of what a movie musical should be. You will tap yourDon't listen to anything the critics says and see this movie. So this movie never said it was a biography of B.T. Barnum, but instead it was just pure enjoyment. This is a great example of what a movie musical should be. You will tap your foot and you will remember all the songs after you leave. This movie is hands down a better musical than the overrated La La Land.… Expand
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SEROJNov 3, 2018
Putting the music aside - this movie had so many cliches, that i felt sorry for my wasted time. I respect the hard work that's put into this, but unfortunately "The greatest showman" did nothing great.
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StraciatellasOct 18, 2018
To the people who's critique is based on the fact that the movie is not historically accurate, this is a movie, not a documentary, and it's in no way promoted as one, so hold the phone there. The Greatest Showman is as inspiring is it is fun,To the people who's critique is based on the fact that the movie is not historically accurate, this is a movie, not a documentary, and it's in no way promoted as one, so hold the phone there. The Greatest Showman is as inspiring is it is fun, if you just give in to the fact that you're not going to watch a on point description of the life of P.T. Barnum. The music and songs that comes with it make it a movie worth watching again. The main flaw, and the reason I can't give it an even higher grade, is the extreme tempo in which the story is being told. Put one extra hour in, even 30/45 minutes to create some depth and better explain some of the details in the story, and this could have become an instant classic. Hugh Jackman did pretty much everything right, and there is still no better actor in Hollywood to play the role of dancing, singing, acting multitalent than Zac Efron. Time for him to step in an Academy Award worthy role. In all, a very good movie, that could have been great with a little more patience and a little less rush.… Expand
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KanimachineOct 17, 2018
It's no Moulin Rouge but The Greatest Showman is an good musical. The plot is non-existent and character development weak, but it has a great score and nice overarching theme of not letting your setbacks stop you from following your dreams.It's no Moulin Rouge but The Greatest Showman is an good musical. The plot is non-existent and character development weak, but it has a great score and nice overarching theme of not letting your setbacks stop you from following your dreams. In my opinion it also showcases an interesting (fake) spin on what PT Barnum did / was trying to do with his circus which may come across as trying to whitewash history - painting over the ugly parts and selling it for more than it's worth.… Expand
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gjwkOct 13, 2018
Toe-tapping from beginning to end! Saw with family and it was thoroughly enjoyable - go see it if you haven't already!
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MarkiniOct 12, 2018
The Greatest Showman isn't great, it's just okay. The cast does a decent enough job in telling the mediocre story. The best parts are definitely the musical numbers, but when the music stops and the story starts to be laid out it's slow andThe Greatest Showman isn't great, it's just okay. The cast does a decent enough job in telling the mediocre story. The best parts are definitely the musical numbers, but when the music stops and the story starts to be laid out it's slow and cumbersome.… Expand
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ZahramourraOct 3, 2018
Gets a 6 only for its amazing songs. This is me was beautiful made me cry
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Daniel74Sep 15, 2018
Entertainment pure!!!! Great costumes, great songs, awesome choreography, no idea what is not to like with this movie. At least the theaters where I watched it (3 times) every spectator had a great smile on his face leaving the theater andEntertainment pure!!!! Great costumes, great songs, awesome choreography, no idea what is not to like with this movie. At least the theaters where I watched it (3 times) every spectator had a great smile on his face leaving the theater and everyone was humming the melodies.… Expand
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andre27Sep 9, 2018
The Greastest Showman, é um filme que não esperava ver, mas incentivado por minha irmã e por ter um dos meus actores favoritos, moldei o meu tempo de modo a observar esta obra cinematográfica. Aqui vai:

Aspectos Positivos: - O melhor doThe Greastest Showman, é um filme que não esperava ver, mas incentivado por minha irmã e por ter um dos meus actores favoritos, moldei o meu tempo de modo a observar esta obra cinematográfica. Aqui vai:

Aspectos Positivos:
- O melhor do filme é sem duvida o musical em si. Todo o filme em muitas partes acaba por ser cantado, mas não de maneira chata e sim muito bem elaborada e engraçada trazendo ao filme emoção e transportando essa emoção para o espectador. O elenco tambem é bom e Hugo Jackman supreendeu-me imenso neste papel pela positiva.

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brijeshkamaniSep 4, 2018
great songs , great story, great inspiration this movie is great. all song of this movie are amazing. when i was watch this movie i lost in all songs. really songs and movie story is heart touching we all must need to watch such movies
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tewa_kanuiJul 31, 2018
YES, it is visually stunning. YES, "This Is Me" is a masterpiece of a song. But NO, NO, NO ! I didn't like the movie AT ALL ! First of all the choice of actors, why would you think that Zac Efron and Zendaya would make a cute couple, WHERE ISYES, it is visually stunning. YES, "This Is Me" is a masterpiece of a song. But NO, NO, NO ! I didn't like the movie AT ALL ! First of all the choice of actors, why would you think that Zac Efron and Zendaya would make a cute couple, WHERE IS THE CHEMISTRY BETWEEN THOSE TWO ??? And what about the songs, they're so cringe when they appear out of nowhere, it makes me si uncomfortable and trust me, I loved HSM, Camp Rock and Glee, there's just something wrong about this specific movie that I despise. To my eye, every single scene was not worth the watch, some made me uncomfortably angry for some reason I can't even explain. Anyway, I Hated this movie, thanks.… Expand
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CTHReviewsJul 26, 2018
While this isn't anywhere near historically accurate, I don't feel that it matters with movies. The job of a movie is to be a movie. The Greatest Showman is a very fun musical that features quite possibly the greatest musical sequences in aWhile this isn't anywhere near historically accurate, I don't feel that it matters with movies. The job of a movie is to be a movie. The Greatest Showman is a very fun musical that features quite possibly the greatest musical sequences in a film I've ever seen. The choreography looks incredible, and even includes subtle effects to make it a little more spectacular.

While not the greatest show, this certainly is a pretty great show in of itself.… Expand
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duddy5698Jul 23, 2018
Let's start with the positive. The production design is good. That is the only positive. This movie is sooooo autotuned. The story is just awful. P.T Barnum was also racist in real life. He was so unlikable in this movie. I love Broadway andLet's start with the positive. The production design is good. That is the only positive. This movie is sooooo autotuned. The story is just awful. P.T Barnum was also racist in real life. He was so unlikable in this movie. I love Broadway and almost every musical. It is like a high school show:
-You like the people in it
-You feel embarassed for them
-You can't stop cringing
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InsidetheLineJul 23, 2018
Lots of reviews here from people who need to take the sticks out their asses. It's a musical gahd
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HagueJul 7, 2018
"The Greatest Showman" Delivers an exciting family experience preserved in the life of Showman P. T Barnum. It bases its story on true events, in the way a musical would. But, the choreography used in the movie seems dull and not so exciting."The Greatest Showman" Delivers an exciting family experience preserved in the life of Showman P. T Barnum. It bases its story on true events, in the way a musical would. But, the choreography used in the movie seems dull and not so exciting. But nonetheless still, the music used in the movie is great. I recommend the movie to families and young people alike.… Expand
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thePinkKittyJul 6, 2018
This film is not historically accurate. Music is completely disconnected from the dialogue and all the pieces sound very alike. I'm giving it a 5/10 because they did a good job with the actual film and choreography, but they did not do a goodThis film is not historically accurate. Music is completely disconnected from the dialogue and all the pieces sound very alike. I'm giving it a 5/10 because they did a good job with the actual film and choreography, but they did not do a good job portraying the actual story. It's just a feel-good American film that is lacking realistically.… Expand
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NolanLundgaardJul 2, 2018
Spectacular! Absolutely amazing! Great messages of forgiveness and equality for everyone. The plot line was almost as good as La La Land and it's soundtrack was just as good if not better. I highly recommend The Greatest Showman!
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AkantiMay 31, 2018
Extraordinary and inspiring. Usually it is hard to satisfy my taste on a music. I am very choosy, because I like to listen to songs that makes me keep pedaling my bicycle even tho I get tired. Movie itself is average, but songs areExtraordinary and inspiring. Usually it is hard to satisfy my taste on a music. I am very choosy, because I like to listen to songs that makes me keep pedaling my bicycle even tho I get tired. Movie itself is average, but songs are phenomenal. Downloaded every single of them into my phone!… Expand
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sedoskaMay 28, 2018
Hugh Jackman is the reason you will keep watching. But by the end of the movie, you'll be glad you did, for everything else.

Don't listen to the critics. This isn't a historical documentary. It's a show (with a heart) and it's a good one.
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AtomicjackMay 16, 2018
I really wanted to like this film but i just didn't. The sound track is one of the few redeeming factors of this film. its really catchy, fun to listen to and is way better than this film. the acting is also really good as Hugh Jackman is aI really wanted to like this film but i just didn't. The sound track is one of the few redeeming factors of this film. its really catchy, fun to listen to and is way better than this film. the acting is also really good as Hugh Jackman is a really charismatic lead and Zac Efron can act...what strange universe am i living in. but the rest of the film is meh. the CGI is the worst part as it looks like something from The Mummy Returns *shutters in disgust. the story is also bad as everything feels rushed, horribly inaccurate and watered down. personally i dont recommend this film, but i do recommend you listen to the soundtrack.… Expand
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SmileSongMay 8, 2018
The Greatest Showman is not, per se, historically accurate in the portrayal of P.T Barnum’s history. However, anybody who looks for this in a “feel-good” film should have never spent their money on this, anyways. The Greatest Showman is aThe Greatest Showman is not, per se, historically accurate in the portrayal of P.T Barnum’s history. However, anybody who looks for this in a “feel-good” film should have never spent their money on this, anyways. The Greatest Showman is a musical, packed with firey songs and strong characters. The main character, played by Hugh Jackman, is a typical rags-to-riches man born into poverty and rocketed into stardom after starting his own circus. His performers are people he took off the streets - people the citizens of the town call “freaks” due to their unsightly appearances. It is with these people that P.T Barnum ascends to stardom, but it is not without consequence. Mobbers, protestors, and rioters aim to destroy the circus once and for all, enraged that “freaks” are given the spotlight. Through the whole movie, the viewer will watch P.T Barnum bring rises and falls into the lives of his family. P.T, at one point, realizes his own greed and sorrow after something drastic changes his carreer. At that point, he remembers that his goal was to make a better life for his family, and goes to make things right with the “Freaks”, all of which he had neglected after finding a star singer to perform on tour and give the audience “something real”.

All in all, The Greatest Showman is a feel-good film. Its music is firey and sure to make you dance, but that’s just about all the film is good for. You’re wrapped up in a spectacle from beginning to end, and while the film does play with your heart a little bit, you might be a little less likely to write home about The Greatest Showman’s storyline after you discover P.T Barnum’s multiple selfish moves.… Expand
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greatestshowmanMay 1, 2018
This is such a heart-tugger, inspirational, motivation, wonderous, and spectaular movie. I could never and will never find a reason to hate this movie. It is really a window to our world that a person is a person no matter what and we allThis is such a heart-tugger, inspirational, motivation, wonderous, and spectaular movie. I could never and will never find a reason to hate this movie. It is really a window to our world that a person is a person no matter what and we all need to love eachother. I love the romance between Zendaya and Zac efron. This movie has amazing content in it and every person can learn tons of lessons from this movie. The love between familes and the relationships between the stage family is powerful and a glorious thing to see. If this movie were a book, I would not do anything other than read it until I finished and would never put it down. Three words.... GO SEE IT.… Expand
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KathrynnApr 28, 2018
This movie was amazing, finally I got around to seeing this movie. (This review is completely honest by the way.) Anyways, I love this movie so much and the critics were really harsh on this movie. I love this movie so much and the songs areThis movie was amazing, finally I got around to seeing this movie. (This review is completely honest by the way.) Anyways, I love this movie so much and the critics were really harsh on this movie. I love this movie so much and the songs are super catchy. The plot line isn't like the actual real life story. I mean its a movie, come on guys it's not a big deal! The dances and the choreography was quite decent. My children loved the movie so much and I loved the movie so much! It will be one of my favorites!! Some parts made P.T. Barnum seem like a good guy but in real life he wasn't the best man. I did like what they turned P.T. Barnum! I don't mind that the whole story in the movie isn't based of the true story. If it was then it would be a really depressing musical and that would be a thumbs down. My overall review would be that I really really liked the movie and I feel that you should do, the songs are super catchy and get stuck in your head. The story had some inspiration and some romance (no sexual scenes) the movie is great for kids. P.S. ONE OF MY FAVORITE SONGS IS THE OTHER SIDE BY THE WAY!… Expand
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EvilClownApr 14, 2018
The music is amazing, the performances are universally excellent and the film looks fantastic. It’s a lot of fun. It’s held back by a lackluster screenplay that has too many story lines that are too shallow and obscure. Go for the musicalThe music is amazing, the performances are universally excellent and the film looks fantastic. It’s a lot of fun. It’s held back by a lackluster screenplay that has too many story lines that are too shallow and obscure. Go for the musical numbers and the amazing sets and costumes. They make it worth watching the film, but the definitive Barnum biopic is still waiting to be made.… Expand
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Messier87Apr 13, 2018
Much better than La La Land, with more rhythm that makes you not sleep like the other, powerful songs. The professional reviews was ridiculous.
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VoldieMar 31, 2018
It could be a good musical, but sound engineering is absolutely disgusting.

Voices are auto-tuned so much, that at times is sounds like a vocoder. Yeah, it is kinda a norm now in pop music because of "singing boobs" performance - but w.t.f.It could be a good musical, but sound engineering is absolutely disgusting.

Voices are auto-tuned so much, that at times is sounds like a vocoder.

Yeah, it is kinda a norm now in pop music because of "singing boobs" performance - but w.t.f. are pop songs doing in a musical about 19th century? I don't mind some, but not all of them surely? You can do modern-ish musical numbers in that setting, watch Sweeney Todd for example.

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johnem95Mar 28, 2018
The movie itself is super corny, but the songs are showstoppers. In other words, just listen to the soundtrack on your preferred music service.
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EagerViewerMar 28, 2018
This, for me was an instant favourite! Beautifully written songs and a lovely story. Fantastic choreography. All round feel good film. Zendaya shines!
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VirgonoShakaMar 24, 2018
So, the greatest showman, huh? Not a very accurate title, more like "The average and mediocre showman". With some catchy pop songs, and a few nice choreography here and there, this movie is just plain average at best, with nothing reallySo, the greatest showman, huh? Not a very accurate title, more like "The average and mediocre showman". With some catchy pop songs, and a few nice choreography here and there, this movie is just plain average at best, with nothing really coming out as different or special. It feels totally made in a lab for audience consuming. Not the worst, but not one that I feel is really "The Greatest".… Expand
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WillCraigMar 22, 2018
The critics blew it on this one. Good music. Stunning choreography.

I'm 75 and love musicals. As the credits began to roll, a youngster down the row said, "Daddy, I liked it a lot. Can we stay for the next showing?"
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Lrs1215Mar 22, 2018
Great music, great story, great talent! I delayed seeing this film because critics gave it mediocre reviews. But fellow movie-goer friends told me it was great and I'm glad I listened to them!
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SID15762Mar 22, 2018
One of the most epic Biographic DRAMAS I HAVE EVER SEEN... FRESH AND EXCITING... A MUST WATCH TITLE...
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amheretojudgeMar 22, 2018
so what's your act..

The Greatest Showman Its short runtime sweeps away swiftly by one's eyes with the charm of its musical numbers, witty choreography and stunning background score but as far as execution is concerned the makers seemsso what's your act..

The Greatest Showman

Its short runtime sweeps away swiftly by one's eyes with the charm of its musical numbers, witty choreography and stunning background score but as far as execution is concerned the makers seems careless about the quality offered resulting into a shallow emotional drama that fails to connect the audience. Michael Gracey; the director, is not in his A game and seems a bit distracted from his objective and focuses more on the razzle dazzle that its musical acts brings on the screen. On performance objective, Hugh Jackman has got it covered with a good supporting cast like Michelle Williams and Rebecca Ferguson while Zac Efron and Zendaya still has to go far long down the road. The Greatest Showman might be rich on little aspects like production design, costume, design and of course its soundtrack but what it fails to deliver is a good old tale told with conviction and a genuine soul to invest in it (despite of what Hugh Jackman might say through his performance; he is brilliant in it).… Expand
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cinewatcherMar 17, 2018
I recently saw this movie. Initially,I wasn't sure that I wanted to see it, but I did. It's fast-paced, well written, and the music is superb. I forgot that Hugh Jackman was in Les Miserables, which also was great. The theme of the movieI recently saw this movie. Initially,I wasn't sure that I wanted to see it, but I did. It's fast-paced, well written, and the music is superb. I forgot that Hugh Jackman was in Les Miserables, which also was great. The theme of the movie unravels slowly but gets its' point across. The cast was excellent. The only point that I would make is that you should watch it in the theatre. I watched it at home, and the small screen (relative to a movie screen) just does not compare. If you like musicals, which nowadays are rare, go see this movie-you won't be disappointed1… Expand
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spencieMar 15, 2018
This movie was joyously awful, I had a hard time hating this movie because it's so much fun. The songs are great and I love all the stars in the film. The Greatest Showman is the cheesiest, stupidest movie of the year. It tries to be aThis movie was joyously awful, I had a hard time hating this movie because it's so much fun. The songs are great and I love all the stars in the film. The Greatest Showman is the cheesiest, stupidest movie of the year. It tries to be a feel-good movie, but just comes off stupid when it's trying to make you feel good. The CGI is horrendous as well. I love this movie so much! I had a great time watching it! If only it wasn't so terrible! It probably deserves 1 star, but I just can't give it one star because it's such a fun movie. I laughed so hard at this movie because of how stupid it was!… Expand
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orbitalvenatusMar 13, 2018
The first musical I've watched, I thought it wasn't my thing. So my fiance dragged me to watch it... And I loved it, all the songs sent chills down my spine. I would really recommend this. I'll definitely purchase the bluray for this movie!
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BooyahMediaMar 10, 2018
is a great movie with a good storyline and so vivid and bright with all different colors, cast members, and props. the only musical I've seen that I didn't hate but it not perfect movie.
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HPFANBOY1237Mar 9, 2018
The Greatest Showman is a visual treat and just that. I heard mediocre reviews from the critics and everyone else has just absolutely adored it, I'm in the middle. It was entertaining and the characters were pretty entertaining, but itThe Greatest Showman is a visual treat and just that. I heard mediocre reviews from the critics and everyone else has just absolutely adored it, I'm in the middle. It was entertaining and the characters were pretty entertaining, but it focused more on the glamour than anything. This movie hoodwinked us just like the show hoodwinked its audience. I don't believe that this story was all just wonder, glamour, and singing. We did get to see a little bit of the dirty stuff behind it, such as the social prejudice. Other than that, this was just a fairly entertaining movie. I didn't feel moved when I left the theater, I left thinking that that was just fine. C+… Expand
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auroraborealis4Mar 4, 2018
Energetic, fun ride of a movie that the whole family will enjoy. I don't know why it's getting panned by critics, though, needless to stay, it's good that at this day and age, even regular audience members can give their two cents and it'sEnergetic, fun ride of a movie that the whole family will enjoy. I don't know why it's getting panned by critics, though, needless to stay, it's good that at this day and age, even regular audience members can give their two cents and it's pretty obvious that this film doesn't warrant all the negative CRITIC reviews.… Expand
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PoaStickMar 3, 2018
Normally i hate movie's where they sing and dance but this movie made me feel so good. The acting was oke but the overal topics in the movie is what made it. The movie is about love, believing in your self no matter what others think and lastNormally i hate movie's where they sing and dance but this movie made me feel so good. The acting was oke but the overal topics in the movie is what made it. The movie is about love, believing in your self no matter what others think and last but not least, never give up on your dreams.… Expand
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Donovan84Mar 2, 2018
Fun family-friendly movie and well acted. If you liked Moulin Rouge, I'm guessing you'll like this. I'm sure they embellished the story of P.T. Barnum, but that's fine. The look of the movie is great and makes you feel like you are in theFun family-friendly movie and well acted. If you liked Moulin Rouge, I'm guessing you'll like this. I'm sure they embellished the story of P.T. Barnum, but that's fine. The look of the movie is great and makes you feel like you are in the late 1800's.… Expand
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OdinsMovieBlogFeb 19, 2018
I have no idea why critics crapped all over this film. While the CGI at times is overused, unnecessary, and at times pretty bad, the music is solid and the performances are committed and enjoyable. It's great to see an attempt at a big modernI have no idea why critics crapped all over this film. While the CGI at times is overused, unnecessary, and at times pretty bad, the music is solid and the performances are committed and enjoyable. It's great to see an attempt at a big modern original musical on the big screen.… Expand
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lanceeyyFeb 19, 2018
"There's a sucker born every minute."

The Greatest Showman is, for the most part, good, but it is by no means "great". I came into this movie hoping to be blown away (my friends all gave this moving glowing reviews). Sadly, that is not the"There's a sucker born every minute."

The Greatest Showman is, for the most part, good, but it is by no means "great". I came into this movie hoping to be blown away (my friends all gave this moving glowing reviews). Sadly, that is not the case. Although, I did enjoy this movie, what I watched feels like an entirely different movie from what my friends watched. With that, let's talk about what I don't like about this movie.

The movie was entirely forgettable, story-wise, at least. The characters did not shine through at all. The carnies are, ironically, forgettable. I wish they gave these characters more exposition. I hoped that they would be talked about more. Their backstories more elaborate. But, no. By the end of the movie, there were more carnies than ever, and I did not know anyone of them. It's a shame because the movie wants you to sympathize with these people, about being different, yet we don't know who they really are. We don't get to know any of them. The movie is, for the most part, centered on Hugh Jackman. I get it. I know the movie isn't called The Greatest Carnies, but still. Choreography was mediocre. There wasn't anything special about the choreography at all. Nothing new we've seen from previous musicals. Maybe even a downgrade. The songs at least were pretty good and catchy that it kind of diverted attention away from the bland choreography. The parts that I hated were the God-awful CGI. There was one scene in particular, near the end of the movie where I just thought: "Geez. Really guys?". The CGI was so bad, I couldn't believe I was watching that in 2018. Taking all this into consideration, I did have a good time with this movie. It's such a happy-fun time kind of movie. If you just wanna watch a musical and have fun, it's worth a one-time viewing, at least. Although, there were a lot of things that I didn't like with this movie, overall, I did have a good time. The songs were the Hail Mary pass, but did they make it? For the most part, yes.… Expand
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Odin777Feb 17, 2018
I have no idea why critics crapped all over this film. While the CGI at times is overused, unnecessary, and at times pretty bad, the music is solid and the performances are committed and enjoyable. It's great to see an attempt at a big modernI have no idea why critics crapped all over this film. While the CGI at times is overused, unnecessary, and at times pretty bad, the music is solid and the performances are committed and enjoyable. It's great to see an attempt at a big modern original musical on the big screen.… Expand
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MattyiceDec 20, 2017
Great cinematography, decent singing, and great songs may not be able to make up for The Greatest Showman's paper thin story and criminal unfaithfulness to PT Barnum. Hugh Jackman and Zach Efron give decent performances but even the danceGreat cinematography, decent singing, and great songs may not be able to make up for The Greatest Showman's paper thin story and criminal unfaithfulness to PT Barnum. Hugh Jackman and Zach Efron give decent performances but even the dance sequences are disappointing with them mostly being backflips instead of fancy choreography. While the music is worth a listen on Spotify or Apple Music, it does not contribute enough to the plot and comes off as bland. This oscar bait is best avoided this holiday season.… Expand
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SovrinaVFeb 14, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Greatest Showman was just alright. You will enjoy it at the time... but once you leave the theater, nothing real will stick with you. First, I felt the movie could have had another 20-30 minutes of material added ...plus another song...to really flesh out the characters and their development. It was just too shallow. For example, there is NO explanation why Phillip Carlyle and Ann Wheeler have a relationship beyond their shallow attraction based on looks. Boring. Too many things are glossed over i.e. what bank forecloses on a house based on a newspaper story??? The storyline veers off course in several places and then has to get back on track, awkwardly, which detracts from what could be a great story and a celebration of diversity. Instead, the circus people become an angry group who feel used and ignored by Barnum and, honestly, should have walked out on him and started their own business with Carlyle whilst Barnum was off with Jenny Lind trying to become a respectable member of society. While the songs were great and, honestly, this movie would have sucked without them...there are no truly memorable songs or lines. Seriously. Just think back to great musicals like Singing in the Rain or Funny Girl. There are lines that we can quote "Hello, Gorgeous!" and songs that we are humming after decades -- i.e. "Good Morning" from Singing in the Rain is an orange juice commercial now...there is nothing from The Greatest Showman that I can imagine people singing along to in 70 years. Basically, The Greatest Showman just feels like a Barnum illusion....all smoke and mirrors and nothing real. This was an amazing cast full of talent and promise...but the storyline lacked substance and the story was too disjointed to make a lasting impact. Also, where exactly did the elephant go at the end of the movie when he rode it to meet his wife and daughters? Another illusion...… Expand
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Compi24Feb 13, 2018
Though it's clear director Michael Gracey intended this period musical to be a sweet, wholesome, and good-natured anthem for kindness and tolerance, a simple Google search on the actualities at hand will deflate any notion that the movie'sThough it's clear director Michael Gracey intended this period musical to be a sweet, wholesome, and good-natured anthem for kindness and tolerance, a simple Google search on the actualities at hand will deflate any notion that the movie's real-life characters were anywhere near what they actually were. This aspect along with the film's undeniably confused musical soundscape ultimately made me feel disappointed by the experience, which was frequently laden with groans, scoffs, and face-palms. Sure, the choreography and production design are worth a look, but if you're a musical where only about a third of your songs are 100% bearable, you've got an issue. Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, and Zac Efron give their all, but it's not enough to save a the film from an element that probably never needed to be there in the first place - the whole "musical" element itself.… Expand
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legitfilmcriticFeb 13, 2018
I don't think I've ever been so obsessed with a film before, I simply can't get enough of it. Everything about it was simply sensational and I had chills through every song. Where it does fall short however is it's basic story and dodgey cgi.I don't think I've ever been so obsessed with a film before, I simply can't get enough of it. Everything about it was simply sensational and I had chills through every song. Where it does fall short however is it's basic story and dodgey cgi. That should in no way dissuade you from seeing this film as it does what it was intended to do, put a smile on your face, and I was smiling from ear to ear the entire time. Definitely a must watch and I am dying to see an extended cut and behind the scenes.… Expand
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pnoyfilmtvadikFeb 13, 2018
I enjoyed the film and its songs despite what the critics say. It's not an extraordinary film but a feel-good film that delivers. Everything in the movie is somehow expected yet keeping the audience amused and sometimes enthralled. It'sI enjoyed the film and its songs despite what the critics say. It's not an extraordinary film but a feel-good film that delivers. Everything in the movie is somehow expected yet keeping the audience amused and sometimes enthralled. It's better than La La Land. Go see it.… Expand
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Rebecca31Feb 12, 2018
After months of apparently prolonging the inevitable I was brought to see The Greatest Showman. And I use the word “brought” very loosely. The musical that every person has not stopped talking about since Christmas. The musical many peopleAfter months of apparently prolonging the inevitable I was brought to see The Greatest Showman. And I use the word “brought” very loosely. The musical that every person has not stopped talking about since Christmas. The musical many people insisted I would actually like. So I almost hate to disappoint you all but I did not like The Greatest Showman. I did not enjoy it and the songs for the most part were not for me.

What better way to celebrate the birth of the circus than in musical format, starring Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, Zac Efron and a whole bunch of other people I didn’t bother to look up. Clearly I’m in the minority here as The Greatest Showman has done extremely well for itself. Not only has it made a huge profit but it’s also been Oscar nominated for best original song. Just because I hated it doesn’t mean it hasn’t done something right. I won’t lie, not all the songs are terrible, at least two are well written but the rest made me want to rip my ears off just to make it stop. Who knew there was an audience for the fairy tale version of P.T. Barnum, complete with song after song, auto-tuned to within an inch of its life topped off with some very questionable lip-syncing by some (looking at you Rebecca Ferguson). In a Moulin Rouge-esque style of story telling and dance numbers it soon became sickening. Not to mention the mediocre predictable story and the dodgy CGI. The songs just didn’t stop, after a while I just tried to tune it all out. Hugh Jackman was a good choice and he certainly looks like he’s having fun. There is an audience for The Greatest Showman but obviously I’m not part of it. I felt like the theatre critic in the movie, honestly he was the only character I could relate to. La La Land reminded me that I can enjoy musicals, whereas The Greatest Showman reminded me why I hate them. If you like musicals then you’ll love this but if they’re not your thing then maybe give this one a miss like I should have.… Expand
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eevb98Feb 12, 2018
I went into the theater not knowing much about this film. This musical left me astounded and wanting more. The catchy songs, brilliant sets, great cast and flashy scenes really caught my attention. This movie left me wanting to know moreI went into the theater not knowing much about this film. This musical left me astounded and wanting more. The catchy songs, brilliant sets, great cast and flashy scenes really caught my attention. This movie left me wanting to know more about P.T. Barnum and the people he worked along side with. Unfortunately, many of the events that took place during the film are not exactly historically accurate. All things aside, the lack of historically accuracy did not take away much from the film. The "musical" aspect of the film was not overwhelming and appealed to all people in my party at the theater and not just the musical fans. The story line is simply accompanied with music sung by the cast that is relevant to what is going on in the film. It is not too "Musically". I believe that the movie was beautifully casted and would not look to change much about that.… Expand
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