- Actors: Michael Douglas, Vicki Frederick, Audrey Landers, Janet Jones, Alyson Reed
- Directors: Richard Attenborough
- Format: PAL, Dolby, Surround Sound
- Language English
- Classification: PG
- Studio: Bmg Video
- VHS Release Date: 24 Mar 1997
- Run Time: 113 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00004CII4
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 13,564 in Video (See Top 100 in Video)
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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I was really quite surprised to read some of the condescending reviews about this Master Piece! Purhaps, having not seen the stage show, I do not miss the 'better sequences' that have been cut. However, watching this movie time and time again, I never bore of its electric cast that shine with such presence throughout. I can totally believe how this film has been responsible for peoples careers..as a performer I was hugely tempted on first seeing this film, to become a dancer. It is so dynamically full of life and influencial in that way... All the 'chorus line' show great potential, though you can easily distinguish between who will 'get it' at the end and who will not. 'Surprise Surprise' a classic, so full of spark and even sexual tension!!! 'I can do that' and 'The one' obviously stand out to me, but 'Nothing' is performed with great pinazz too... The one star lost because I felt it focussed too much on Cassies relationship with Zak. Overall however, a very striking and memorable production. I would highly recommend to anyone considering the stage....
26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
"A Chorus Line" follows the fortunes of a multitude of dancers as they audition for a new show on Broadway. The gritty reality of the audition process to which dancers, singers and actors subject themselves is sympathetically portrayed, including some wonderful 'private moments' from some of them, detailing why they chose to become a dancer. Those from a theatrical background will find much to recognise (eg one of the first songs - "I need this job!"), but the film does not exclude those who have never experienced an audition procedure. The music is great, as is the choreography, and the film brings to living colour a show originally produced for the stage. It is one of those films that leaves you humming the music, tapping your toes, refreshed by the humanity of it all, and wanting to watch it again.
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
The nightmare of dance is its speed and timing. The chorus line is a fantastic example of proffesionalism at its best and gives you great understanding of the gruelling tasks set upon old and younge dancers in this very distinguishable era. I have many times done the opening dance "I hope i get it" and the difficulty level is phenomenal. Standing ovation!! Brilliant!!
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pales in comparison with the broadway show
I saw this when it came out and was utterly riveted by it, in characters, acting, singing, dance. It stuck with me for over 35 years, in my imagination. Read more
Published 1 month ago by rob crawford
Great Music
We saw the stage show and now the film. Absolutely brilliant. Some interesting thought provoking moments also very entertaining. Loved it.
Published 7 months ago by Jock
Great DVD, Thanks
Great DVD. Wonderful reference for Theatrical inspiration. The music and acting is something to behold. Hope all others get as much enjoyment from this as I did.
Published 7 months ago by Blanaid
A Chorus Line.
Hard to know what to say. It arrived in good time and was just as I ordered. Thank you.
Published 17 months ago by ALISON
Missed Opportunity
A Chorus Line was one of the biggest hit musicals ever with an incredibly long run on Broadway. Personally, I always thought it was a good rather than a great show. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Cowboy Buddha
WE HOPE THEY GET IT!!!
This is a fantastic and moving musical, directed by Richard Attenborough, with music by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Edward Kleban; the story is great, the characters are... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Eleni
AN ATTENBOROUGH CLASSIC
This film received much unjustified adverse comment when first released but has stood the test of time. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Mr. Alexander Watson
A Chorus Line
An 'old' film which has always been a favourite of mine, fabulous music and dancing, so-so plot, which doesn't really make any difference to my enjoyment. Read more
Published on 12 April 2010 by Mrs. J. Lee
A must have for your collection - a brilliant film
Short & Sweet Revue
A great film well acted, danced & directed. You really get involved in the story & feel the anxiety of the dancers hoping they are going to get the job. Read more
A great film well acted, danced & directed. You really get involved in the story & feel the anxiety of the dancers hoping they are going to get the job. Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2010 by Alona
A must have for all musicals' funs
Well, what to say, it has all a musical must have,
dancing, emotions, good music.....enjoy it !
dancing, emotions, good music.....enjoy it !
Published on 11 Feb 2010 by Adriano
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