Moulin Rouge!

hey guys, probably I'm a little bit outdated about movies but I'm currently watching "Moulin Rouge!", been my current favourite since I watched it unintentionally on Star Movies this morning. this movie was released in June 1, 2001, which makes tomorrow's the 8th anniversary of its release.

my heart is touched by the act of Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor who were playing the roles Satine and Christian respectively. it is a very romantic film and dramatic when you get to watch it with full of feelings and concentration. "Moulin Rouge!" was actually an old film which were redirected and produced in Broadway Production.

the film takes place in the early 19th century, as Christian (Ewan McGregor) enters Paris hoping to write love stories. Several peculiar figures live above him, including the French artist Toulouse-Lautrec (John Leguizamo) and his Bohemian troupe attempting to construct a play. after a freak accident, Christian is suddenly thrust into the middle of their play. the crew hires him as the star writer. he then takes a visit to the flirtatious Moulin Rouge night club, ran by the robust Harold Zinder (Jim Broadbent). it is here where he tries to persuade the club's popular, sexy lead performer and courtesan, Satine (Nicole Kidman), to work in their production.

after mistaking Christian for a rich and powerful aristocrat, The Duke (Richard Roxburgh), Satine falls in love with Christian, much to the dismay of many. however, she believes herself to be a simple prostitute, who should never fall in love because it will get in the way of success. when the Duke agrees to produce a major production at the Moulin Rogue, but only under his circumstances, things become even more complicated. The Duke demands that Satine becomes his personal property if Harold and the others want his financial support.

obviously, the best thing in "Moulin Rouge!" is the music. apart from the cast, the film's big list of musical artists includes David Bowie, Christina Aguilera, Mya, Pink, Fatboy Slim, Beck, and many others. the kind of music that plays here does not account for a period epic at all, however. "Moulin Rouge!" doesn't try to be a historic depiction, but instead an expression of fantasy and passion. the elegant sets, eventful style, and powerful choreography scream modern day, post-pop-culture.

so, better watch you movie lovers, don't miss out this wonderful film!