Moulin Rouge.

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[Poll #1096141]I have an interesting theory that some movies just evoke strong reactions in people. Positive and negative. I am curious as to your Moulin Rouge opinions. Please also feel free to go off in the comments.

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See and I don't think it's very different at all. I think it's rather derivative and unsophisticated (not that everything has to be sophisticated). It's hard for me to think of a modern musical that is able to channel imaginative escapism and childlike joy without seeming self conscious. I think that's why Moulin Rouge relies heavily upon nostalgia for it's soundtrack. I think maybe the original Hairspray was able to achieve an innocent tone and was very original.
I still have fun watching Moulin Rouge when it's on TV though. :)