The Projection Booth - Page 18 of 19 - A discussion of Film, TV, and other random subjects

Stage to Screen

Evita: Madonna shines in the 1996 film of the controversial rock opera

The controversial rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice had a 20 year journey to the silver screen. The end result was a less stylized version directed by Alan Parker and starring Madonna at the height of her powers.

Chad Rebmann
April 4, 2022

Iron Man 2 (2010): The first MCU sequel doesn’t soar like the original

The sequel to Iron Man doesn’t soar like the original but is still an entertaining ride.

Chad Rebmann
April 1, 2022

Oscar Best Picture

(2018) Green Book: A problematic film with it’s heart in the right place

The 2019 Best Picture winner was widely derided and a controversial choice. Chad revisits this problematic film that has its heart in the right place.

Chad Rebmann
March 31, 2022

Stage to Screen

A Chorus Line: The Move (1985): The film version of the beloved musical fails to be a “singular sensation”

In 1975 "A Chorus Line" was a critical and commercial smash on Broadway. The film version 10 years later, not so much. Chad revisits the flawed movie adaptation that still has its charms.