The final performance of Rent on Broadway has been made available in this stunning Blu-ray. Picture and sound quality will leave you slack-jawed. Camera work is in a class all its own. It's been said that trying to replicate the live feel of theatre brings disastrous results. While true in most cases, this offering is the exception. Perfection on both the visual and audio fronts.The cast themselves? For the most part, it's all good. A couple of quibbles though. I found that Renee Elise Goldsberry was unable to provide Mimi with the strong vocal presence needed for the role. I also found that Justin Johnston didn't bring enough feminine sensibility to Angel. However, once you're all wrapped up in this joyous ride, these things are hardly noticeable. For Rentheads and theatere lovers alike, YOU MUST get swept away by the beauty of this experience!
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Regarding your comment on Renee Goldsberry not having the vocals for Mimi - ahh, you must not have watched the same DVD I saw because she delivered and delivered extremely well. But,then again, that was just your opinion and like all opinions, everyone has one.
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