Superstars: The Extended Version

I usually watch Jesus Christ Superstar on repeat over Easter weekend, but this year it was Superstars: The Extended Version. The new photos, the reunion interviews, the behind-the-scenes insights--it's truly a treasure trove for JCS SuperFans! THANK YOU to the JCS team for this gift.

If you are a mega fan of Jesus Christ Superstar, like myself, the extended version of "Superstars" is a must see! The interviews and reunion with the cast and director (then and now) give you insight into the making of the movie and also reveals how much the cast and director think of each other. The beautiful tributes at the end for the late Barry Dennen and Carl Anderson will warm your heart. A big thumbs up!

Love this doc. I watched Jesus Christ Superstar when I was a kid and several times over the years so I'm familiar with the characters. But the doc was like sitting at a family reunion, listening to some great stories. Yvonne is still beautiful, Josh Mostel is still funny, and Ted Neeley still has that humble, serene quality. Totally enjoyed this.

One of my favorite films of all time! Good to see all and hear what it was like as just young people creating something magical and decades later, still enjoying that magic! That is a incredible dream...

I was psyched to see this. I was sad once I did.

It's well worth it to see and hear Norman Jewison. But, he was obviously declining and had to be prompted more than once by Ted, who acted as his guide. It was interesting to see for whom he had the most enthusiastic reaction upon being reunited with each cast member.

I was put off by all the overhyping of some actors who had minor roles. Each one were treated as if they were crucial to the entire enterprise. If everyone is special, no one is special. I was also stunned by the choppy Directing of Munoz. I spent far too much time trying to figure out what the heck he was trying to do/convey.

The film footage of 1973 Israel and some of the sets/scenes were great to see. It's the best part of this documentary.

JCS is truly significant. I rewatch it several times each year. I find it brilliant and some of the insights I heard in "Extended" added to the depth and breadth of my regard for JCS.

Yet, sadly, the tongue bathing and the overdone bonhomie were much too sappy and overwhelmed the effort.