Broadway: The Golden Age (2003) Reviews

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Directed by Rick McKay, who traveled across five continents during the documentary's production, Broadway: The Golden Age is both a celebration of current Broadway stars and a tribute to Broadway legends past. Through a plethora of interviews and vast amounts of archival footage, McKay presents a variety of factoids, anecdotes, and memories from over 100 Broadway actors, writers, and directors. The careers of Laurette Taylor, Kim Hunter, Jessica Tandy, and Marlon Brando are all animatedly retold, as is some of the Broadway "lore of olde," such as Angela Lansbury's struggle to land a role in Mame and the shocked reaction to West Side Story on its opening night. In addition to footage and discussion regarding highly successful Broadway stars, a variety of actors recount their experiences and struggles in finding even a small amount of critical recognition. The cast includes Shirley MacLaine, Bea Arthur, Edie Adams, Alec Baldwin, and Kaye Ballard, and many others. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

Starring:: Edie Adams, Bea Arthur, (more)

Director(s):: Rick McKay

Format(s):: DVD
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	Sally N.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

What an incredible documentary this is! How unique! I've heard people complain of the lower production values, but that is definitely nothing to be disappointed with. This documentary was an act of love, filmed by a true Broadway devotee, who went out without a budget, to try and track down and interview all the Broadway greats. It is astonishing how many he was able to get, especially considering he had no connections. And the stars offer never before seen home movies of their shows! Capturing an age phenomenally special and undocumented before. The joy of seeing these actors and hearing them talk was indescribably special. Don't miss this one!

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	Philine V.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

Anyone who is a fan of Broadway, the FABULOUS Broadway of the 40's, 50's and 60's, is going to enjoy this film. The interviews with the people who were in the middle of this scene, their reminiscences are wonderful, and it makes me yearn for a world that is long gone, sadly.

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	Doris A.

0 out of 0 people found this review helpful

Words fail. This WONDERFUL movie, a labor of love by a Broadway-loving guy who preserved memories of so many who are no longer with us! Just great!

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	Robert R.

1 out of 2 people found this review helpful

This is a treasure of an archive. It's most valuable in how well it defines the subject matter. The interviews are real with the people who were there. This should be required material for any Introduction to the Arts student. And, it is entertaining because of the stories and interviews of and with real entertainers from the era. Fascinating.

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