I was told that I would CRY while watching this musical. Errr... no, that didn't happen. I mean, yeah it's a tragic story but it's nothing that hasn't been the premise for a Korean drama. Also, right from the beginning the story screamed tragic ending. I did hear someone sob in the audience. Must've been a hardcore fan.
It didn't have the razzle dazzle of other productions and felt more like a "play with music", than a musical. The songs were ok...maybe more just not to my preference. Something a little unusual was the inclusion of a stage narrator who lurked in the background. He was distracting enough. The face that he resembled my office building manager (he's got crazy hair) was even more distracting. I do have to compliment the lead actress who played the twins mother. She looked maybe a 50-ish and had a pair of really great legs.
I can't say I disliked Blood Brothers, but I certainly wouldn't watch it again. It was just so-so and not to my liking. If you're a seasoned theatre-goer who adores the fancy productions, then Blood Brothers would be a different - either a refreshing or a disappointing - night out. There must be a reason why this has ran for 20 years. I think it must appeal to those who love a tragedy. Hey, I'm no stone-hearted biatch (I cried during the SATC movie, of all things), but I'm not going to shed tears if I'm not moved.
So yeah... Blood Brothers gets a 'meh' from me.
4 comments:
Wow - I was just telling my friends last night how good this was - especially because it was quite different from your run-of-the-mill razzle dazzle musical!
ok suboo, i've modified the blog to reflect other ppl's thoughts :D
Just so it is fair heheh
Hmm I really need to get into these Korean dramas... I just think though that if I start I won't ever stop. I waste enough time doing nothing already!!
Oh I always thought this musical was about that war movie that came out not too long ago.. it's a box set.. hmm... was tom hanks in it??? i can't remember...
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