'Rent': Rock musical brings new magic to urban street scene
by Melinda Ennis

"Rent" is certainly not your daddy's kind of musical. But its message of hope and redemption — in the face of disease and drug abuse — sings through. Read the full review

TO SUM UP
Based on Puccini's classic opera "La Boheme," this rock opera tells the story of a group of young bohemians struggling to live and pay the rent in the gritty background of New York City's East Village.

FILM FACTS ...
Sony Pictures
'Rent'

Director: Chris Columbus
Starring: Idina Menzel, Anthony Rapp, Adam Pascal, Jesse L. Martin, Taye Diggs
Run time: 135 minutes
Release date: Nov. 23, 2005
Rating: PG-13 for mature thematic material involving drugs and sexuality, and for some strong language.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: B+
"The movie makes the story accessible to everyone, without diminishing the musical's revolutionary, youthful heart."

Austin American-Statesman: 4 of 5 stars
"If there were any convincing proof that movie musicals have regained their composure, speaking directly to audiences who are not ashamed of their feelings, it is the rousing shout of 'Rent.'"

Middletown Journal: B
"While 'Rent' may sound gloomy, it's first and foremost about the bonds of friendship and love, and that subject never grows dated."

The Palm Beach Post: B
"...this tale of romance among destitute, AIDS-infected bohemians still has quite an emotional punch as it celebrates the power of community, art and love."


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