- Actors: Donny Osmond, Maria Friedman, Richard Attenborough, Joan Collins, Christopher Biggins
- Directors: David Mallet
- Writers: Tim Rice
- Producers: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Andy Picheta, Austin Shaw, Nigel Wright
- Language English
- Classification: Exempt
- Studio: Universal
- VHS Release Date: 8 Nov 1999
- Run Time: 76 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (60 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00003JA8H
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 890 in Video (See Top 100 in Video)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Following the successful video release of Cats comes another Andrew Lloyd Webber blockbuster musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and it's a savvy choice. It hasn't been represented on film before, it's short enough (78 minutes) to present without cuts and it has the star-power of former teen icon Donny Osmond, who played over 1,800 performances across North America. Rather than record a live performance, Cats director David Mallet conceived Joseph as a film, though one that is based strongly on co-director Steven Pimlott's 1991 London revival and relies more on camerawork than venturing beyond its stagelike sets.
Lloyd Webber's first project with lyricist Tim Rice was originally written in 1968 as a school cantata; accordingly, this film uses a framing sequence of a school recital, with an audience of clapping, singing kids and members of the faculty playing the roles. The Old Testament tale of Joseph and his coat of many colours gets a splashy, vigorous treatment with an energetic cast, Las Vegas-style glitz and catchy, eclectic songs, including "Any Dream Will Do", "Close Every Door", the peppy "Go, Go, Go Joseph" and various bits of country, calypso and Elvis. Osmond is perfect in the title role, with a strong voice and winning persona, while London stage veteran Maria Friedman performs well in the central role of the narrator. Richard Attenborough appears (and sings a little) as Jacob, and Joan Collins makes a brief, non-singing cameo.
Joseph certainly isn't revolutionary musical theatre, but if you view it as a kids' show, it's a silly good time (though there are poignant moments too). Parents should note, however, that this production might warrant a little discretion due to one suggestive scene and some risqu&ecute; costumes. --David Horiuchi, Amazon.com
From the Back Cover
For the first time ever Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's fun filled musical JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT has been specially filmed for the video. Inspired by the record breaking London Palladium production, this brand new video stars Donny Osmond, Maria Friedman, Richard Attenborough and Joan Collins. A lively and colourful journey through Ancient Egypt, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT follows the rags to riches story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. Spectacular visuals and an enchanting score packed with hit songs including Close Every Door to Me, Go Go Go Joseph and Any Dream Will Do make this a dream of a show for all the family.
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I purchased this in VHS format, USED, about 2 weeks ago. I had never seen anything other than a trailer. I LOVE IT! In the past week it has been viewed at Least 10 times..counting the week Prior, probably about 25 times total times viewed. So I have purchased the DVD on Ebay and I have recently found the CD Sountrack featuring Donny Osmond and Maria Friedman on Ebay.co.uk I listened to cuts on CDNOW, but no one can fill the dress of Maria Friedman Narrating/Singing her heart out. Donny Osmond is Riviting and Emotionally touching. Everyone in the Cast is just Fantastic and I really can't picture anyone else filling their glorious costumes. The Sets are "TechniColorful" and absolutly "Amazing" as well as ALL of the music and lyrics..BRAVO! We Know every word and sing along. Donny performing Close Every Door will bring tears to your eyes, Powerful. :-)
The entire movie is just wonderful!! (I've desided I have to have a Go Go Joseph Disco Floor. Hehehehe)WATCH THIS IF YOU ARE A MUSICAL FREAK...GUARENTEED YOU WILL LOVE IT! ADDICTIVE FUN!
The entire movie is just wonderful!! (I've desided I have to have a Go Go Joseph Disco Floor. Hehehehe)WATCH THIS IF YOU ARE A MUSICAL FREAK...GUARENTEED YOU WILL LOVE IT! ADDICTIVE FUN!
40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
At first I thought this new release with stars such as Dickie Attenborough, Joan Collins and Donny Osmond(!) would be pure American kitsch, and sat down just to watch the introduction. Over an hour later, I had sung my heart out to the tracks, laughed at the witty interpretation and was moved by the sad bits. The cast was fantastic, particularly the brothers and Donny Osmond. I was advised to watch this by a teacher friend who has shown this to a class and the pupils loved it. The setting is a school assembly and the teachers perform the musical and the children join in. Even if this doesn't appeal to you, it's worth it just to see Joan Collins dressed as a frumpy middle-aged teacher playing the piano. I would recommend this for all ages, but most of all, for children and anyone who is a Tim Rice/Andrew Lloyd Weber fan. Brilliant!
35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
I first heard Joseph when I was much younger and loved it to pieces. Later I grew into Lloyd Webber's later more complex musicals, and forgot all about Joseph altogether. Until I recently found my original copy of the piano music...and decided to buy the video.
What can I say? This production is top class, and high quality. The thought and care which went into this production is extraordinary; I originally thought that it would just be a direct flat recording of the stage show, as per the Cats video, but was pleasantly surprised... There are many beautiful and surreal sets and costumes in this production with lots of clever camera work. The cast are superb, even though I am no fan of Donny Osmond! Maria What's Her Face as the Narrator is absolutely fantastic, and the choreography is perfect... Everything is heightened to be as over the top and corny as possible, and it works fantastically! The new score is very different to the original recordings, and works *extremely* well. It is now safe to say that Joseph is now once again one of my favourite Lloyd Webber musicals, and even though it may not have the beauty and majesty of Phantom of the Opera, or the darkness and grittyness of Jesus Christ Superstar, it works for what it is: Fabulous fun for people who love a bit of cheesiness in their lives...
If you were in my position and used to adore Joseph but now aren't so sure, then you'd probably be hesitating to get this tape. Really, though, I urge you to do so...you *really* will not regret it, I promise you that...
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Watch out joe !?!?!?!?!?!?!
I really hoped this dvd would bring about the great memory of seeing the show in london's west-end - it did & it didn't. Read more
Published 5 months ago by sticky-sweet
Love it
I absolutely love this film. All the characters are amazing and the music is fantastic. Bought this for my younger sister, but I'm sure I've watched it more than her.
Published 5 months ago by elen4
DVD Purchase
Purchased Joseph for my son in advance of seeing the stage show. Purchased at a very competive price and arrived on time.
Published 5 months ago by pricem3
Amazing Joseph
This is a wonderful film with a great mix of tallented,well known artists,whether they be singers,dancers or just charactors adding to the visual side of the film. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Chihuahuaman
Joseph.
We saw the stageshow with our 5 yr old granddaughter and this is a good souvenir of that event and she loves every minute of it.
Published 8 months ago by M. J. Harris
better than the stage show
Although I have not seen the actual stage show I have seen enough clips on television to know that this dvd is totally different. Read more
Published 11 months ago by kered noteek
joseph and the amazing technicolor dream coat
Everyone loves this at whatever age from 7 years to 80 plus. It is great fun, very lively with catchy singalong music. Read more
Published 14 months ago by aunty pat
An odd show but worth a look if you're a fan
This filmed version of the play is both enjoyable and annoying. The story is a tuneful, mostly cheerful telling of the highlights of Joseph's story from his coat of many colors to... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Kona
Wow!
I have two new Joseph fans (aged 6 & 10) after seeing the fantastic live show in Aylesbury before Christmas. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Andrew Long
Charming musical with Amazing lyrics by Tim Rice!
I had always thought that "dreamcoat" was a sappy children's work more suited to schools then the West End or Broadway. Read more
Published 17 months ago by E. M. W. Merrett
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