![]() ![]() Prime time specials like Jesus Christ Superstar Live also draw a lot of attention, but these are the exception rather than the rule.įilmed live musicals that are consistently reviewed are those that are released on Blu-ray. Or perhaps it is simply the fact that filmed live musicals are not taken seriously as an art form.įilmed live musicals on television are sometimes reviewed for inclusion in “What’s On” guides. ![]() ![]() Is it that theatre critics don’t review films? Or that film critics don’t review theatre? Perhaps it is a lack of critics who understand both theatre and film, and more importantly, the hybrid that is formed when the two come together in a filmed live theatrical event. At the end of the day, very few filmed live musicals are being critically reviewed. When it comes to filmed live musicals, the critical analysis and historical record is rather thin. In addition to providing contemporary audiences with (hopefully) educated opinions, reviews also serve as a public historical record of the theatre. Positive reviews can generate hype and ensure a show’s success, while negative reviews can quickly close shows. Critical reviews carry a lot of weight, despite being the opinion of just one person, who is usually white and male. ![]()
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