It heavily features Cher, who portrays Meryl's mother in the film. After watching this, I'm actually starting to look forward to the film. I've mentioned in previous posts that the production quality seems pretty good and that it's colorful and bright. Even if the film doesn't end up being what most critics would call a good film, or if it's cheesy and campy and predictable, it will likely provide something that I can remember Meryl describing about the original.
She had originally seen the show on Broadway shortly after 9/11, and recalled that the buoyancy and fun of the production was uplifting to her and the group of kids she had taken as part of her daughter's birthday party. It was a dark and somber time in the United States, and with the way things are currently going here, I'm realizing that I'm craving over-the-top happy things again, regardless of their artistic merit.
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again opens nationwide July 20.
I too am really looking forward to it. I hope Meryl has some great scenes and at least 2 memorable songs. I'm guessing her duet is either with Sophie or her girls.
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Thanks, Charlie. It's pretty disturbing, actually. But Meryl's always a wonderful beacon of enjoyment!
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