Chicago (2002) — Miramax Widescreen Special Edition DVD
Set amid the jazz, glamour, and sensational headlines of 1920s Chicago, this dazzling movie musical follows Roxie Hart (Renée Zellweger), an aspiring performer whose arrest for murder turns her into a tabloid celebrity. Behind bars, Roxie encounters the equally ambitious Velma Kelly (Catherine Zeta-Jones) and enlists smooth-talking attorney Billy Flynn (Richard Gere) to turn her trial into a media spectacle. Packed with showstopping musical numbers, sharp satire, and unforgettable performances, Chicago explores fame, ambition, and the price of the spotlight.
Cast & Filmmakers
Starring: Renée Zellweger (Roxie Hart), Catherine Zeta-Jones (Velma Kelly), Richard Gere (Billy Flynn), Queen Latifah (Matron Mama Morton), John C. Reilly (Amos Hart), and Christine Baranski (Mary Sunshine).
Director: Rob Marshall.
Screenplay: Bill Condon.
Based on: The stage musical with music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse.
Release year: 2002.
Genre: Musical / Comedy / Crime.
Rating: PG-13.
Memorable Musical Numbers
The film features celebrated songs including All That Jazz, Cell Block Tango, Razzle Dazzle, When You're Good to Mama, and Nowadays.
Hollywood Connections & Trivia
- Best Picture winner: Chicago won six Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
- Oscar-winning performance: Catherine Zeta-Jones won Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Velma Kelly.
- Stage-to-screen success: The movie adapts the Broadway musical associated with legendary choreographer and director Bob Fosse.
- Rob Marshall's film debut: Chicago was Rob Marshall's feature-film directorial debut.
- Musical revival: Its box-office and awards success helped renew Hollywood interest in big-screen musicals during the 2000s.
DVD Details & Condition
Listed edition: Miramax / Widescreen / Special Edition.
Format: DVD.
UPC: 786936219197.
Condition: Used / Pre-owned.
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