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The Aesthetic Was Magical Mr Mistoffelees

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The Aesthetic was Magical Mr. Mistoffelees
Part of what makes DreamGirls so intoxicating is its dazzling and meticulous aesthetic. From the opening scene, everything flashes, shimmers and gleams. Elements like spinning mirrors/reflections, glitter and snapping bulbs create this sense of magic that 's used to heighten and emphasize parts of the story, entrapping the viewer. Some of the most enchanting numbers are the title song and "I 'm Not Going," of course. The Dreams ' first performance is announced over rumbling drums and harking horns, as they appear in an iconic pose under a spotlight on a rotating platform. The angle is at such a distance and the ladies are so frozen still, it 's as if they 're music box figurines. When they shuffle …show more content…

The movie closes with them in one last pose, encircled by silver glitter that turns to blue, with an overlaying "twinkling" sound effect for the directing/producing credit. The next thing we see is a close-up of Deena and Effie holding hands as teens, initiating pop-art-like collage frames for the cast/crew credits. Hudson appears last for a classic "Introducing..." roll, designed for thunderous applause. These are just a few examples. If love is in the details, DreamGirls is cupid. Even the menu on the DVD is entertaining and visually captivating.

The Music, Industry Commentary & REAL Meaning of "When I First I Saw You"
Ooh, lawd! I don 't think I have to explain how magnificent the soundtrack was, but let 's go ham about it! I 've heard some traditionalists criticize DreamGirls for having minimal sung dialogue and being comprised of popular music. First, it would just be overkill to have sung lines on top of performances. Though, when it does happen, you 're given the bread of life: "Lorrell Loves Jimmy" and "This Time, Effie White 's Gonna (uh-uhh) Win (nnn)" are nothing to toy with or ignore. Second, you 'd have to be deaf (or too stuck in conventions ) to not hear the theatrics lying within the structure. These songs are mini-epics; beautiful orchestrations with intricate dynamics that fully embody their intended emotion and the specific characters performing them. Effie 's transformation is audible through "I Am

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