Based upon the stage musical of the same name which features many of the classic songs of the popular Swedish singing group ABBA, the film adaptation of "Mamma Mia!" is a real triumph beyond anybody's expectations. So many of the songs in the soundtrack are completely familiar to fans of this legendary group. The movie version was filmed on location in Greece and England. Included in the cast are Oscar-winner Meryl Streep as Donna Sheridan, Pirece Brosnan as Sam Carmichael, Colin Firth as Harry Bright, Stellan Skarsgard as Bill Andersson, Julie Walters as Rosie, Christine Baranski as Tanya, Dominic Cooper as the fiance Sky, and screen ingenue Amanda Seyfried as Donna's daughter Sophie. The story of the production centers around the upcoming wedding of Sophie to Sky. She has invited three men whom she belives that one of them might be her father. Among the many great songs incorporated within the framework of the film are "Waterloo", "Dancing Queen", "Take A Chance On Me", "SOS" and "Mamma Mia". This 2-disc special edition also has the song "The Name Of The Game", which was cut from the film prior to release. The second disc contains deleted scenes, outtakes, featurettes, and the "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!" music video. It also features a digital copy of the movie for play on PC, iPod, or other digital playing sources. This is, without a doubt, one of the very best movie musical adaptations ever filmed. The music and legacy of the group ABBA was always a lot of fun, and "Mamma Mia! The Movie" brings that legacy to the silver screen in a special way.Read full review
Meryl Streep (Rendition, The Devil Wears Prada and many more) gives a wonderful performance as Donna, who along with her daughter Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) run a rundown island inn. Sophie is about to be married and wants her father, whom she has never met, and is not sure who he is, to give her away at the wedding. So Sophie invites all three of her mothers old flames (Colin Firth, Pierce Brosnan, and Stellan Skarsgard) to the wedding. Reunions, good and bad follow when the three gents are re-introduced to Donna. The entire movie is set to the music of ABBA from the 1970s and is full of musical numbers that are very well written and play right into the theme of the movie. What I liked best is that Meryl Streep, who actually sings (Who knew she could sing?), really seemed to enjoy the role she was playing and the fun she was having was quite contagious. This was a very enjoyable movie that I will gladly watch again. Rated 5 of 5 for a wonderful story line and great acting and singing. This movie is one for the entire family (With a few sexual references that may not be suitable for younger audiences).Read full review
If you want to see a real fun movie that will keep you smiling every time you hear the word "Mamma", this is it! Mamma Mia!!!!! Watch it and keep humming the tunes for the rest of your life. And if you already know the songs from the Abba album, you will find their picturization in Mamma Mia truly refreshing and perfectly meaningful. There is a song in the movie that goes...Money, money, money, if I had a little money.....and after watching the movie, I couldn't help thinking....if I had a lots of money, I would award the producer, director, all the lead actors and anyone who made a significant contribution in making this epic piece of entertainment... at least a million dollars each....honestly.
I love this movie. I saw it in the theaters and couldn't wait till it came out on DVD. Mery Streep once more amazes her audience with another star turn. This woman is incredible and can do just about anything she wants. The supporting cast is excellent too. Just one small criticism tho. Pierce Brosnan CANNOT sing. Of course the star of the movie is the beautiful ABBA music. Even though we have all heard these songs before, in this play it's like you're hearing them for the very first time. Top this all off with the beautiful setting on a Greek isle and you have a great way to indulge yourself for a couple hours. 4 7/8 stars out of 5.
I saw this movie in the theater because I had already seen all the other movies. I'm not a big fan of musicals or Abba, but I absolutely LOVED this movie. I found myself dancing in my chair. Who knew these well known actors could sing so well!! Everyone sounded phenomenal. The story is good, the singing is great, the characters are so fun to watch. Everything about this movie screams FUN!! Not only did I fall in love with the characters, but I also fell in love with the location. Greece is a beautiful and a wonderful place to shoot a movie. I agree with the reviewer above, that the actors seemed to really enjoy making this movie. You could see them actually going through the emotions portrayed in the movie. They all let go and had a blast!!
As most musicals they are fantasy's. Mamma Mia takes you to a Grrek Isle, and the ABBA music is strung together to tell the romantic comedy, relationship of a couple and of mother daughter growing pains, the letting-go process. It is both fun and touching. The sets are gorgeous. The singing authentic, which makes the story more beliveable, although we all know it is a fantasy adventure we are taken on with Sophie, the young bride-to-be trying to find her father. It is a fun romp, upbeat music.... the soundtrack would be a blast too... Especially for us who danced our youth and 20s to the ABBA songs... But now I actually know the words. Especially recommend for any mother/daughter. In our house we certainly think it's worth the watch! Happy to have it in our musical DVD library. (Of course, if you don't like musicals in general, then you should pass...) This is a musical, start to finish - a muscical romantic comedy fantasy, as is classic for the musical genre.)- So - sit back, relax and have fun with Mamma Mia!Read full review
I have always enjoyed the music of Abba and never knew about this production, stage or film. However, the characters are believable, well acted and very entertaining. Just the overall enthusiasm of the cast was enjoyable to watch in the setting of some of the prettiest scenery in Greece. I can highly endorse this film!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Its definitely a "chick flick" and funny... and Meryl can sing! I like chick flicks. This is definitely one for the collection. Pierce can't sing by the way but the ABBA music is fantastic. If you would like to know the lyrics to some of their greatest songs, my movie version has the option.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I just love musicals! I had read on Facebook that many younger people weren't impressed by Mamma Mia! I am 52 years old and understand much more about life than most of the younger generation do. I just LOVED this musical. It shows that we who were a bit carefree in our younger years can have that brought back by old friends returning in our lives and also addresses the mother's point of facing their growing children leaving the nest. Quite wonderfully emotional. Great chick flick!
I just loved the movie. Part of it was because the location is so fantastic. To be on a Greek Island in an old inn just seems idylic! The movie isn't deep - it's just plain fun. The fact that the actors and actresses sing their songs makes for a more enjoyable movie as well. The songs are from the swedish group, Abba and are just plain fun. I loved how they worked the music into the storyline! The actors are right for the characters; Amanda Seyfried is a fresh young face and great in her part. I can't think of any negative aspects. Don't expect to see anything deeply intellectual, just expect to be entertained. You will laugh and sing along with the show. In case you really want to sing, the movie has the score with subtitles to help you do just that, after watching the movie, that is.
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in DVDs & Blu-ray Discs
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on DVDs & Blu-ray Discs
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- You may also like
