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Company - A Musical Comedy [2007] [DVD] [NTSC]

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Directors: John Doyle
Format: NTSC
Region: All Regions
Number of discs: 1
Classification: Exempt
Studio: Sony Bmg
DVD Release Date: 19 May 2008
Run Time: 132 minutes

Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

ASIN: B00158FJTI
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 6,805 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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A comedy musical set in Manhattan about a perpetual bachelor and his married friends. Score by Stephen Sondheim.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Supreme Company Indeed, 19 May 2008

By	A viewer (UK) - See all my reviews

This release of the 2007 Broadway Revival of one of Sondheim's finest moments is an absolute must-buy for theatre enthusiasts. Matter of fact, I'd highly recommended it even for those who are merely flirting with the idea of a theatrical dabble.

Whilst the thrill of experiencing something magical in a theatre cannot be matched, the bittersweet flipside of this truth is that there are so many legendary productions which we'd love to see captured and released on film; however diluted the experience may be. Those of us not fortunate enough to catch a show during its run can usually only daydream about experiencing our favourites. But here we have an opportunity to experience something of a modern classic, and it's an absolute treat.

Chances are you've not stumbled onto this page without some idea about the basic premise of Company, so I won't regurgitate the plot here. Perhaps you're familiar with the songs from past productions or recordings, but - like myself - weren't lucky enough to catch this particular production on Broadway. If that's the case, then I cannot recommend this DVD highly enough to you.

Ra�l Esparza is simply masterful in the lead role; hitting all of the role's demanding nuances, yet also allowing others to shine when it's their turn to do so. Indeed, each and every cast member is surely at the top of their game for this recording of the show.

Replicating the instruments-onstage twist of Broadway's most recent Sweeney Todd revival, the resultant production of Company is revelatory, and the song arrangements are sublime. Furthermore, George Furth's book makes the show feel more compellingly contemporary than I could ever have imagined.

By the end, having been put through the emotional wringer, and having frequently laughed out loud, I couldn't wait to experience this production again and again.

A word about the disc's technical merits: the sound quality is superb throughout, and works with the intelligent editing and stellar anamorphic photography to make you almost feel like you paid $100 for a seat in the theatre. The only slight disappointment is that the cover suggests Special Features of "An Audience with Stephen Sondheim" and "Video Interviews with Director John Doyle and Actor Ra�l Esparza", yet I'm afraid I've searched each and every nook and cranny of the menu screen without finding either (and after having had the carrot dangled, I'd have appreciated them).

Still, this DVD more than justifies its almost giveaway price for the production of Company alone, and I only wish all live theatre recordings were this impressive. The bar has been raised; kudos to all involved.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Company. Where are the extras?, 25 May 2008

By	curtainup (Spain) - See all my reviews

I thoroughly agree with everything the previous reviewer has said.
Like the previous reviewer, I can't find the extra features. I am particularly keen to see the 38-minute interview with Sondheim. Reading through the reviews on the U.S. amazon site, I notice some of the reviewers allude to the extras, so they obviously do exist! If anyone could shed some light on this, I'd be extremely grateful. Thanks.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A WONDERFUL PRODUCTION., 28 Feb 2009

By	Mr. T. D. Wallwork "wallwork7499" (UNITED KINGDOM.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Stephen Sondheim's "Company" is all the more engaging by this up to date production, along with its wonderful and truly talented cast. Although I first saw the show in the 70s with the original London cast, which still remains the best for me, I was more than delighted with the professional performances from everyone involved in this show. My only critisium, and the reason I didn't give it a 5 star rating, was because I found the music a little too soft, by that I don't mean in volume, but rather lacking in fullness for my taste. I would have prefered the sound of a full orchestra like in the theatre. I felt the production lacked a little umph! This was just my opinion, but that said I truly enjoyed the superb performances, and proud to add it to my collection.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic performance of a wonderful musical
Having bought the CD of this and being totally blown away by the music I knew the DVD of the performance would be good, but I was not prepared to be so completely impressed as I... Read more

Published 8 days ago by S. King

5.0 out of 5 stars You get what it says
This DVD is a straight record of the 2007 Broadway revival. I have never seen 'Company' so cannot compare this production with any other. Read more

Published 10 days ago by S. Clapperton

5.0 out of 5 stars A sheer delight!
I love Stephen Sondheim, and am always so impressed by John Doyle's staging of these works, which is imaginative and thoroughly engaging.
This is just wonderful

Published 5 months ago by purple diva

5.0 out of 5 stars A Superb but Difficult Musical
I saw Sam Mendes' production of Company about ten years ago, and loved it. This brought it all back. It's amazing how memorable and moving this musical is. Read more

Published 9 months ago by William Cohen

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