ANNIE: It's the Hard-Knock Life, from Script to Stage

TV Movie
2013
56m

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ANNIE: It's the Hard-Knock Life, from Script to Stage (2013)

It's the Hard-Knock Life is a feature length documentary that provides an insider's look at the Tony-nominated revival of the musical Annie. The film documents the production through the len... Read allIt's the Hard-Knock Life is a feature length documentary that provides an insider's look at the Tony-nominated revival of the musical Annie. The film documents the production through the lens of three acclaimed theater professionals: Tony Award-winning choreographer Andy Blankenb... Read allIt's the Hard-Knock Life is a feature length documentary that provides an insider's look at the Tony-nominated revival of the musical Annie. The film documents the production through the lens of three acclaimed theater professionals: Tony Award-winning choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler, Tony Award-winning costume designer Susan Hilferty, and Drama Desk Award-winning s... Read all

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irishrebel98

Outstanding Portrayal of Real Theater Life

This program accomplished in one hour what "Smash" couldn't do in two seasons: give you real insight into what it takes to stage a first-class musical theater production. Sure, the kids are adorable, and you're rooting for them all the way, but by focusing on what it takes to really get one show stopping number right, you are inspired by how truly talented people can bring us all some theater joy. And you get to see it all. While focusing on the choreographer, costume designer, and set designer, you see so much of the work that goes on behind the scenes that's needed to get the payoff on the stage. Absolutely first rate.

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Broadway fans will love it

Going in, I wasn't expecting too much. While I'm a big fan of Broadway, I'd never been a fan of the musical Annie and I'm not exactly sure why. That changed after seeing this film, which truly gives a unique, behind-the-scenes look at creating a Broadway show. Not only is it beautifully shot on a grand scale, but it contains many intimate moments that are moving and heartfelt along the way. It makes one appreciate the overwhelming amount of hard work that goes into creating a Broadway show. Here's how I know this film really worked: It made me want to see the full "Annie" production on Broadway, and those words would never have come out of my mouth before seeing this film.