Original review:
https://www.themoviedb.org/review/68ca70af98ffd54550e3627d
Wow. The Greatest Showman is one of those movies where the music completely carries the whole experience. The story itself is pretty thin (and very “Hollywood” in how it paints P.T. Barnum), but once the songs kick in, it’s hard not to get swept up. Hugh Jackman is so good at throwing himself into the role, and the ensemble numbers are pure spectacle.
I’ll admit the historical accuracy isn’t really there, but honestly, I didn’t care much while watching because it’s all about the energy and feeling. “This Is Me” and “From Now On” gave me goosebumps, and the choreography is super tight.
Not a perfect movie, but as a feel-good musical with ridiculously catchy songs, it does exactly what it sets out to do.