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Any other fans of this show and Lee's film of it? Speak!

posted 10 years ago by ciocio-2
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I hope more folks will discover this wonderful piece, and come and discuss it here. I believe this film of the Broadway production used to not have its own message/discussion board, because it was lumped in with other items that had been shown on PBS' GREAT PERFORMANCE series, so that none of those items could be discussed realistically, being all mashed together in one board. That policy is one that should not continue, and perhaps imdb has begun to address that?

Multiplex: 100+ shows a day, NONE worth watching. John Sayles' latest: NO distribution. SAD.

[–] jadegreengirl 10 years ago

It shows up on subscription cable now and again. This is how I found out about it. As a Southern California born girl with a similar upbringing as Stew, I have to say I was glued to the TV, I wish I knew more about him! He is crazy talented, and I found Passing Strange to be a great emotional ride for on many levels.

[–] ciocio-2 9 years ago

I had a fairly different upbringing, but also ended up going to Europe, to pursue my passion and art. Lived, among other places, in Berlin, and used to visit Amsterdam whenever possible. I just thank goodness Spike Lee decided to commit this to film, and did such a great job of it. Now, it's time he turn his attention to HAMILTON on Broadway, for the so many of us who can't see it there.

And I quite agree with you, that it's a truly moving, emotional ride.

Multiplex: 100+ shows a day, NONE worth watching. John Sayles' latest: NO distribution. SAD.

[–] jadegreengirl 8 years ago

Glad I found my way back to this thread, and, yes, if Spike filmed Hamilton, I think I would faint!

[–] ken_mayer 10 years ago

I'm surprised that this film has no user reviews yet. I saw it about four years ago, and I am still impressed. The musical captures a great part of the (African) American experience, especially the trip to Amsterdam, and Spike Lee's film captures the musical in a great way. I really enjoyed this film.

[–] shelemm 8 years ago

It is in my Top Twenty list of personal faves. It is a great work of art, and I feel so lucky that Spike Lee took on this project and the way he captured it. Seeing this is one of the best lessons on great filmmaking. Sheer brilliance.