Fun and tuneful, but not up to Robert Preston original. Still, Broderick is very good.
The Music Man (2003)
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Reviews Counted:3
Fresh:1
Rotten:2
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Runtime: 2 hrs 13 mins
Genre: Musical & Performing Arts
Synopsis: This made-for-television movie adapts the story from the classic Broadway musical, THE MUSIC MAN. Professor Harold Hill (Matthew Broderick), an energetic con artist, convinces the citizens of a... This made-for-television movie adapts the story from the classic Broadway musical, THE MUSIC MAN. Professor Harold Hill (Matthew Broderick), an energetic con artist, convinces the citizens of a small turn-of-the-century community to form a boy's marching band -- which he plans to lead. However, he doesn't plan to fall in love, with the town librarian (Kristin Chenoweth). The wrinkle in his plan makes for much comedy, and the program features classic songs, such hits as "76 Trombones," "Ya Got Trouble," and many more. [More]
Starring: Matthew Broderick, Kristin Chenoweth, Debra Monk, Victor Garber
Starring: Matthew Broderick, Kristin Chenoweth, Debra Monk, Victor Garber, Molly Shannon, David Aaron Baker
Director: Jeff Bleckner
Director: Jeff Bleckner
Reviews for The Music Man
...never quite becomes as accessible as one would imagine it's meant to be.
Prof. Harold Hill may believe the "think" system will teach his..."band" to play. But no amount of brainpower could make...this Music Man ...anything but derivative.
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