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forwardswillDec 11, 2020

Forget Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca. The amount of joy in The Prom is what I want injected into me.

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Mark3pmDec 11, 2020

Best tonic for 2020. A box of tissues, an open mind and heart and Just enjoy!

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bsealy1Dec 11, 2020

Absolutely loved this! So fun. So uplifting. The cast is superb. Will definitely watch this multiple times.

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Jcain1104Dec 11, 2020

The best! Just what we need right now. Thank you!! We can’t wait to watch it again and again!!

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tandrewwDec 11, 2020

The Prom is not just like a sappy musical, it's a wake-up call for everyone who still don't know the concept of being an LGBTQ+. It shares the experiences of various people where all of us can relate to; and it trumps over the bigotry of someThe Prom is not just like a sappy musical, it's a wake-up call for everyone who still don't know the concept of being an LGBTQ+. It shares the experiences of various people where all of us can relate to; and it trumps over the bigotry of some Christians who still base everything in the Bible as if they never committed a sin in their life. It's something everyone should watch to be awakened from this world.… Expand

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Njmis1Dec 11, 2020

The broadway show was great and so was the movie ! It was loads of fun ! It makes you laugh , cry , sing , and dance! The message of acceptance and self esteem was the positivity and optimism we needed this year !

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PotterheadGleekDec 11, 2020

Ryan Murphy returns to the musical world since Glee and makes this Broadway show adaptation in a jazzy LGBTQ empowerment musical comedy. Although Corden makes a caricaturistic gay character, which is forgettable, the other cast members areRyan Murphy returns to the musical world since Glee and makes this Broadway show adaptation in a jazzy LGBTQ empowerment musical comedy. Although Corden makes a caricaturistic gay character, which is forgettable, the other cast members are the true performers here. A big shout out to Jo Ellen Perlman and Ariana DeBose.… Expand

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gabrielmangualDec 11, 2020

I really enjoyed this movie. It gave me good vibesss and it has a wonderful and tasteful cast.

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TaushimDec 11, 2020

James Corden was excellent...along with the All-Star cast. This is a message the world needs right now. Love one another....dispute the differences....

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mrmonsterDec 19, 2020

An outrageously fun, very well acted musical that will put a smile on your face the whole way through.

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alejandro970Jan 2, 2021

Sing while you're winning. I don't know the theater version but at least I can say that the performances are acceptable as well as the musical numbers, without being memorable. A hymn to tolerance.

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Iamcritical86Jan 23, 2021

Watching Nicole Kidman turned my stomach. Those twiggy arms and those bulging bones! She looks incredibly unhealthy. Seriously, I'm worried! That woman seriously needs to spend some time at Burger King! And Meryl Streep?? I LOVE her... butWatching Nicole Kidman turned my stomach. Those twiggy arms and those bulging bones! She looks incredibly unhealthy. Seriously, I'm worried! That woman seriously needs to spend some time at Burger King! And Meryl Streep?? I LOVE her... but that short red hair and atrocious makeup made her look like the bride of Chucky! Aside from that, I have to say that although this type of film isn't quite my cup of Tequila, I have to praise the lavish musical numbers and the eye filling sets with all those lights and wide array of colours. I can appreciate the time and rehearsing that goes into these big dance sequences. It's a lot of work.… Expand

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Rcavey92212Dec 13, 2020

2020 has been a drag to say the least. Everyone is down from the years events and the pandemic and the holidays seem to be a bust. So here comes Ryan Murphy's joyous old school musical based on the broadway show. Featuring a barrage of2020 has been a drag to say the least. Everyone is down from the years events and the pandemic and the holidays seem to be a bust. So here comes Ryan Murphy's joyous old school musical based on the broadway show. Featuring a barrage of wonderful stars. The film centers on a young gay woman whose not being allowed to fully participate in her prom by the PTA. So some broadway celebrities with bad pr travel to the town to rectify the situation for some supposed selfless headlines. The movie is just a blast of positive energy with great performances by Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, Andrew Randall, Michael Keegan, newcomer Jo Ellen Pellman and most surprisingly James Gorden who delivers a wonderful and engaging performance. Directed with creative zest by Ryan Murphy of Glee and American Horror Story. The film features dazzling choreography, a great soundtrack and wonderful musical numbers. I wish I could have seen this in theaters but it's still an amazing cinematic experience. It's funny and sad and it's just the experience we need right now. An energetic, inspired, campy, fun explosion of epic proportions. One of the best films of the year.

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AgusMatRPDec 12, 2020

Muy cliché todo pero muy divertida, 7/10, visualmente espectacular pero genérica

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OtibixDec 13, 2020

Excellent movie with a ton of catchy cheesy songs. The overall plot was a little too linear and a little too predictable; however, thats what this needed to be and it doesnt subtract from your enjoyment

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MyOpinion07Dec 13, 2020

Vorhersehbar aber sehr toll. Spannend und witzig und traurig... Also ein sehr sehr sehr guter Netflix Film

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TheDeathCure666Dec 12, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With a star studded cast including Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, Keegan Key, James Corden, and Kerry Washington, I was only expecting disappointment. However, the singing in this movie blew me away, especially because most of the actors weren’t known for their singing ability. The music as well as the plot is amazing. One of the top 10 movies of 2020… Expand

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TheYewTreeDec 12, 2020

What a joyous, life-affirming and all-inclusive movie! Enjoyed it thoroughly. As always, Meryl Streep is her usual best, Nicole Kidman is a tad underused and newcomer, Jo Ellen Pellman is brilliantly cast. Another great from Ryan Murphy.

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MariafeDec 13, 2020

Great acting and script. The musical acts were great too. Filled with emotion in every second. A must watch.

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brigroDec 13, 2020

Loved it. Yes. It's corny. Yes. It's over the top. But Meryl and Nicole are dynamite!

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katezoeDec 11, 2020

LOVED "The Prom". First Ryan Murphy show that was pitch perfect in a long time. All star cast was amazing. Will be watching it again. Hooray for Broadway!

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FreeADec 28, 2020

An absolute joy from beginning to end with great performances. A fun little musical that we need in this current year.

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TdkellyDec 13, 2020

The history is very good. Of course it's a kind of Glee on Broadway but the history continues very good.

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cport12Dec 17, 2020

The Prom is a feel good movie embodying a central theme of unity and togetherness that certainly has been lacking from the American landscape in 2020. It might not pack the emotional punch of a “Dear Evan Hansen” but it will leave you smilingThe Prom is a feel good movie embodying a central theme of unity and togetherness that certainly has been lacking from the American landscape in 2020. It might not pack the emotional punch of a “Dear Evan Hansen” but it will leave you smiling and filled with serotonin to see such an all-star cast share the stage for a couple of escapist hours.… Expand

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megomikeFeb 3, 2021

The prom is the story of a theater troupe on the heels of yet another critical failure. As the opening night reviews come pouring in, it becomes clear to each of the cast members that their rapidly descending fame is circling the drain. ItThe prom is the story of a theater troupe on the heels of yet another critical failure. As the opening night reviews come pouring in, it becomes clear to each of the cast members that their rapidly descending fame is circling the drain. It is suggested that they perform a good will gesture somewhere in the world in order to improve their PR, and hopefully resurrect the show and their careers. They choose the story of a young girl in Indiana being denied the opportunity to attend her prom with her lesbian lover, and set off immediately to make things right, as only actors can. It is, in fact a full musical on the scale of Mamma Mia, absent the beautiful scenery. And the humor. And memorable music. The movie takes place largely in a school gymnasium, with some external home and mall settings that aren’t terribly inspired in their design. The story shows an intense amount of promise, in terms of cultural relevance, and sadly the script is somewhat insulting in its simplicity. The most disappointing aspect of the movie is that although it is a musical, and very much so with easily more than 80% of it consisting of song and dance numbers, the music itself, and to a lesser degree the choreography, is nothing special. That such a lofty endeavor falls so flat with so much potential is an uncomfortable disappointment all through the movie. However, as a full artistic piece, it still holds much value, and the detriments listed above while disappointing, do not damage a beautifully messaged love letter to conservative America one bit. The script is at times boring. There was not one original piece of humor written in the entire show. But while I never laughed, at many points I found myself smiling at the warmth of the story, a very worthy story indeed. There is humanity behind the cardboard masks, delivering truths from the mouths of entertainers we trust. It is a story of multi-sided acceptance and generosity. Ultimately, the play that masquerades as a movie brings us into the hearts of many characters at different ages, experiencing the tragedies of intolerance, in ways that are meant to help the next youngest broken heart. The song “Love Thy Neighbor” very clearly presents the message missed by many hyper-conservatives that we don’t just get to pick our sins. The tragedy of this song is that it is comprised of some of the most inspired lyrics trapped within some of the most pedestrian music with bland choreography in a mall setting that rarely exists any more. Most of the music is precisely that, tragic misses diminishing good messages. Still there are a few other standout pieces including a much-needed early number “Just Breathe,” by Emma, and the ending number “Just Dance” which is actually quite good, but with an energy better suited to an opening number. There is so SO much singing in this movie, more care should have been taken to ensure that more of the music was significantly more special than “better than average,” which is the best that can be said for the score as a whole. But finally, in a turning point in the movie, Emma goes online and streams herself singing “Unruly Heart,” eventually joined in by the numerous marginalized children of the world that fall outside of the conventional molds. This is by far the most beautiful of all the music, especially given its place in the movie, and could even be good enough for a Best Song nomination. And it is Jo Ellen Pellman who gives the most believable performance as a teen suffering inexplicable social banishment, as well as romantic disappointments and crises of courage. The grace and patience directed toward her oppressors are an inspiration for how heroes overcome unreasonable odds. It may not be enough for an Oscar nod, but this is a star in the making. While Meryl, James, and Kerry do their best to serve the message, it is pretty clear that they are being themselves in roles simply designed to move conversations forward, and that’s okay. Nicole Kidman comes closest to giving a performance out of the zone, but even then the script limited her. Still, the message they share is beautiful, with a lot of understanding towards those that fear or do not understand gay love, and that is the true strength of this movie. It has the theatrical chops of an old 80’s Afterschool Special, but the warmth and understanding of one as well. It is a love letter to LGTBQ children in the midst of doubt, confusion, shame or fear, that they are truly loved, and are worthy of that love. I give The Prom 3.5/5 stars and recommend it for anyone with an open mind needing reminders of how we are meant to judge others different than we are, and even more for anyone discovering emotions that fall outside their family norms, experiencing that judgement. This ridiculous bag of musical hope is probably just what the world needs.… Expand

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LuissDtJun 8, 2022

The Prom may be a bit of a stretch, but the performances from the entire cast and the musical performances from the cast make the film worthy of the title of prom queen.

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