Then who are we to deny it in here?

[offbalance]

I saw Sweeny Todd last night and absolutely loved it. Granted, I've never seen the show, so I went in with no preconceived notions. I thought Depp was amazing, Bonham Carter did a credible job, Alan Rickman was amazing as always, and the supporting cast was strong. Mostly, I completely loved the music. So, naturally, I've added the Angela Landsbury version that's available on dvd to my Netflix queue. After that I'll decide which soundtrack I want - I kind of liked the Depp/Carter version of "A Little Priest," probably because Depp really sold it (that, and the song was amazing). He may not have the greatest voice (a decently good one, certainly), but he was so invested in the part that he was able to really sell the songs. I would have to say that it's one of the very best of Sondheim's musicals that I've encountered. The music is just phenomenal, and the lyrics are really sharp, dark, and funny. Great book, too.

Otherwise, today is kind of eh. Not really one for the history books. Last night I bought a new bottle of this contact solution I really like (it's the best one I've ever encountered), because I thought I'd lost the one I bought previously. Turns out, it was in a purse I'd looked in, but had tucked itself into a corner I missed. Blah! At least I'm set for when I run out.

Comments

[offbalance.livejournal.com]

No, I understand. My sister and I had problems with some of what was left out of Chicago, too.

I'm annoyed that "Ballad" was left out, mostly because Anthony Stewart Head was going to be one of the balladeers. AAAH! I just hope they include the scenes on the dvd.

[firynze.livejournal.com]

Oooh, yes. One of the advantages of modern technology!

Anthony Stewart Head

[theatre-pixie.livejournal.com]

You know, the announcement that he was going to be in this film was the reason I first heard about it and I was SO looking forward to seeing him, then he was there for about 10 seconds after the "shave-off" with Pirelli. Made me sad.