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Cirque Du Soleil - We Reinvent the Circus [VHS]

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Direct contrast to the previous one- it's not a "freak show". Cirque had to start somewhere, and Cirque Reinvente is it. At the time, Cirque du Soleil was considered daring and avant-garde, even though Reinvente has fallen by the wayside of newer Cirques such as Dralion, Quidam, and O. The comedic acts are still there, and these are some of the funniest moments ever recorded. Have *you* ever tried to direct the 1812 Overture while your feet are strapped to a small trampoline?

This show is fascinating because it's ODD, amazing because the performers perform the impossible, and amusing even for the resistant and grouchy. The acrobats are supremely awesome in strength, flexibility, and balance, which are demonstrated perfectly with ingenious choreography. I was completely satisfied with my purchase of this video, and will continue to watch it time and time again.

Though this video may lack the excitement of the Cirque du Soleil shows of today, it is still Cirque du Soleil. Every cirque show is different. That is how they continue to amaze spectators. If a person who has never heard of Cirque du Soleil were to see this video, he or she would definately be amazed.

Looking back at this DVD is proof that Cirque shows are now much much better and more entertaining. I found this DVD rather boring compared with the newer shows. It has fairly typical performances, but the clowns are good (especially the conductor). Only die-hard Cirque fans should purchase this disc to complete their collection. Other people who are new to Cirque may find this DVD boring and be turned off to other shows.

I am a huge Cirque du Soleil fan. We went to see onstage this the year I was born, and although I was too young to remember much, I have always remembered the glorious entrance of the first actor. From the costumery to the music, this is Cirque's greatest production. This is, has been, and will always be my favorite video-for after all, who can resist the power of imagination?

I love Cirque du Soleil, but this is an amateur Cirque at best.
I've travelled to LA (Saltimbanco) and LV ('O') to see them and have bought many of their shows on DVD, most of which I love. I watch them with my 3 year old daughter who adores them despite the fact that they don't have animals and despite the fact that the Cirque is predominantly for an adult audience. She nevertheless can tell me, by title which one she wants to watch and we agree that Saltimbanco, Allegria and Quidam are our favourites. So when I popped this one into the machine you can't imagine our disappointment. Pathetic and amateurish and a DVD which should never be seen by anyone, let alone sold to an audience. It seems like a few school kids playing Cirque in a cheap school hall environment, there is NONE of that Cirque magic. Don't waste (a lot of) money, rather buy one of the previously mentioned and you won't be disappointed.

This was how they originally performed. The video lacks excitement, drama, good music. It's more of a freak show. The have come along way! Unless you want to see how they have progressed, this video is a real bore.

Hello thank you for your delivery of the product in fast time and in good shape it was a good dvd and a great collector addition thank you so much for the service. yours sincerely michael l

...I actually saw a Canadian television version of this, but as far as I know, it had all the same stunts. It was just disappointing. The costumes, which I normally love to gape at, weren't as fantastic as I remember, and the clowns couldn't even be called funny. The dancer sort of MC of the performance was charismatic, but she didn't add much depth to anything. This is NOT worth the price. Rent it borrow it steal it, just don't pay this much for it.

Its easy to tell who the real CIRQUE fans are. I am 30 yrs old now, but saw Cirque in Cali. in 1987 when they first started. A live, small, big-top show on the Santa-monica pier. This Vegas razzle dazzle Cirque is not better. the old show is best. youd watch the show and actually get goose bumps. grow up. this is the best of all of em.