Saturday, July 19

Movie Commentary: Mamma Mia!

C'mon, tough guy, it's a musical based on the songs of ABBA. LRK and her family are big fans and I don't mind the Swedish supergroup.

They use the good songs. We're talking "Super Trooper," "S.O.S.," "The Winner Takes It All" and "Money, Money, Money" (sadly, not The Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase's version) and the song that's been in my head for the past week - "Mamma Mia." They also feature ABBA's two best known songs, "Dancing Queen" and "Take a Chance On Me" among others.

"Mamma Mia!" is not without some definitely cheesy parts and overacting. Plus, I found Sophie's fiance to be quite douchey.

The movie setting is beautiful, though, set on some Greek island. And the general tone is fun and includes some genuinely humorous moments... even from a guy's point-of-view. Overall the movie was an enjoyable experience.

+ Not sure what to think of that "Pineapple Express" movie so far, but I'm really liking the use of M.I.A.'s "Paper Planes" in the trailer.

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