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Passing Strange The Movie tells the semi-autobiographical story of a young black man who leaves behind his middle-class, church-ruled upbringing in mid-1970s Los Angeles to travel to Europe in search of his artistic and personal identity, or what he calls the real. Picaresque misadventures with sex, drugs, politics, and art await him in far-out Amsterdam and hyper-militant Berlin. His eyes are opened ever wider, even revealing what he left behind. An absolutely superb cast, ably supported by sparing (but pitch-perfect) costumes, design, and stagecraft, bring to life the emotionally charged story with its astounding original music, narrated and overseen by Stew himself. Lee s multicamera coverage of the event (including backstage scenes) involves the audience in not only the text but the electricity of the ensemble s onstage adventure. Passing Strange The Movie is a tour-de-force of creative collaboration and inspiration.
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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By Lynn Ellison
Format:DVD
I also saw the show on Broadway in 2008 and absolutely loved it. I was excited to hear that Spike Lee had filmed the last performance on Broadway and that it was planned for a DVD release. However, I was skeptical - the show was so high energy and engaging; I didn't know if it would translate to the small screen.
I saw the film at SXSW 2009 and thought that Lee did an excellent job at capturing the energy and emotion of the show. There were times when I was dancing in my seat - the same points where I was dancing in my seat at the Belasco. You may not have heard of this show, but I encourage you to get the DVD and see for yourself - it's really good. It'll be well-worth the cost of the DVD.
I saw the film at SXSW 2009 and thought that Lee did an excellent job at capturing the energy and emotion of the show. There were times when I was dancing in my seat - the same points where I was dancing in my seat at the Belasco. You may not have heard of this show, but I encourage you to get the DVD and see for yourself - it's really good. It'll be well-worth the cost of the DVD.
16 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By winegeek
Format:DVD
I saw this film at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival on a big screen. Spike Lee artfully captures the final night's performance of this Broadway show. Excellent camera angles and lighting make Stew's outstanding score and the energetic performances of the actors and singers all that much more enjoyable. Well worth seeing!
16 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By T. Weissman
Format:DVD
Saw the show off and then on Broadway, and was ready to be disappointed by yet another stage-to-screen taping. I could not have been more wrong. Spike Lee's talent is so evident in every angle of this film, bringing you as close as humanly possible to the experience of seeing it live.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nothing Strange
What a great way to document the end of an amazing show! There isn't anything I hated about it. Loved the angles (on how you didn't see another camera in the shot), lighting,... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Andre D. Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fanstastic Show
I love this show, It is so well done and a great performance. A must see! Highly recommend this one
Published 3 months ago by Nick
5.0 out of 5 stars
great stage performance
i was glued to the performance from the beginning...very unique and totally entertaining rock opera!! this is a must see for everyone!
Published 4 months ago by c note
5.0 out of 5 stars
what an incredible experience
First off I'm a hugh Stew fan and it goes without saying thst Spike Lee is one of the most important film makers today, ok with that said this was one of the best pieces I've seen... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jerbear
5.0 out of 5 stars
A rare movie capturing the essence of a stage performance
Filming a stage play is a fool's game; you can't capture the power, intimacy and intensity of a great live show. Spike Lee played that fool's game and won. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Michael Harbour
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quick and in great condition.
I did not have to wait for a long period of time to receive my product which was fantastic. Although the product was used it was in fantastic condition and could've passed for new.
Published 21 months ago by 180wiru
1.0 out of 5 stars
EXTREME DISAPPOINTMENT
I'M NOT A FAN OF STAGE PLAYS RELEASED IN DVD, LIKEWISE, WASN'T VERY ENTHUSED. APPARENTLY, I MISUNDERSTOOD THE FORMAT OF THIS PRODUCTION. THE INTEREST WASN'T THERE. Read more
Published on April 8, 2011 by A. Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Loved Passing Strange!!!
I don't typically write reviews as a consumer. However, I am so proud of the presentation of Passing Strange I had to say something. Read more
Published on March 26, 2011 by Aquaila
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing Show - Well Captured on DVD!!
I saw this show during its run on Broadway. I am not your average theater-goer, however this show changed my perspective and point of view of Broadway shows. Read more
Published on January 8, 2011 by T. Murphy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic music, fantastic story, fantastic movie
Saw this show multiple times on Broadway, and was fortunate to be present for the final performance. Read more
Published on October 24, 2010 by G Johnston
