Evita (Madonna)

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Binding: Audio CD EAN: 0093624643227 Format: Soundtrack Label: Warner Manufacturer: Warner Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Warner Release Date: 1996-10-28 Studio: Warner
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Editorial Reviews: Evita was finally filmed in 1996, 20 years after its initial incarnation as a studio-bound rock opera. In between, of course, it was one of the most successful and long-running musicals on either side of the Atlantic. Given such a long history, the film might easily have been a stale anti-climax, fatally holed by our over-familiarity with songs like the ubiquitous "Don't Cry For Me Argentina". In the event, it was an impressive and immensely satisfying production. The numbers, augmented by new songs for Eva ("You Must Love Me") and Peron ("She is a Diamond"), sound fresh and the singing is excellent. Coming from Jonathan Pryce (Peron) and Jimmy Nail (Magaldi) this is hardly a surprise. The real revelation is Antonio Banderas as Che, a kind of one man Greek chorus commenting on Eva's rise and the price she must pay. His warm tenor dispels memories of previous, rougher interpretations from singers like David Essex and Colm Wilkinson. Ultimately, though, the star is Madonna. She is totally immersed in the role of Eva from start to finish, her singing ranging from girlish delicacy to a hard-edged stridence as the dictator's wife achieves her goals. Rarely has a film so successfully given a stage show such a new lease on life. --Piers Ford
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Evita (Madonna) Comment: If your first introduction to Evita was via the film then this is definately the disk for you. The recording of the original stage productions are excellent for what they are, but in comparison to Madonna's performance Elaine Paige seems harsh and over bearing. Plus the performances by Antonio Banderas and co are a pleasant revelation. Jimmy Nail is supreme as always, and his understated presentation of Megaldi is actually one of the shining performances of the whole production. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not a big Madonna fan and I certainly don't rate her as a actress, but this may just be the finest performance of her career. The one disappointment for me was the absence of those additional tracks created for the film, such as "Let's Hear It For The Rainbow Tour". A missed opportunity I think. But nonetheless this is a good performance of a great musical - a fantastic sing-along disk for the traffic jams in the morning rush hour...!!! Customer Rating: Summary: fabulous Comment: I originally bought this CD when the film was out and then lost it and bought again recently having seen the stage production. Being a great fan of both Madonna and Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals it was the best combination for me. I totally disagree with all of those reviews that slate Madonna, and feel that it is a little bit of musical snobbery going on. Madonna adds a little bit of theatre to the songs and takes your mind right back on stage with them. Yes Elaine Paige was also fantastic but how clever of Mr Lloyd Webber to open his audience to the popular culture by using an established pop star known to the masses. I am sure this is partly his thinking with the latest round reality TV auditions appeal to the masses bring them into the theatres. Great business head as well as a musical genius. If you loved the show buy it forget that it is Madonna, you won't be disappointed. Customer Rating: Summary: Buy any other version Comment: The worst version of "Evita" by a long chalk. Buy any other version: the original concept album, the original London show or the new London cast version (this one's good). Not only is this film soundtrack crappily sung, it has Madonna as well, the least suitable person for the role since Jane Eyre. And it will remind your of the shite Parker film. Customer Rating: Summary: Amazing Comment: The soundtrack is amazing. The cast bring immense passion to the songs making you feel the emotions all the characters are feeling throughout the film. Customer Rating: Summary: Best Soundtrack Comment: Definately a cd for the ladies when your feeling passionate, sitting at home doing a Bridget Jones replay! More Reviews