One of this year’s biggest blockbusters,Wicked, has certainly reignited the passion for musical films.
Even the most underrated musicals from the early 2000s deserve a second look.
WhenRomance & Cigaretteshit theaters in 2005, it stood apart from the usual flamboyant flare found in the genre.
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Ebert particularly praised Gandolfini, noting how the actor conveyed the character’s inner turmoil with subtlety and grace.
Ebert’s endorsement highlighted Turturro’s wicked timing for dialogue and unapologetic embrace of imperfection.
Despite Ebert’s praise and a star-studded cast,Romance & Cigarettesstruggled to find an audience.
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Its tonal shiftsfrom bawdy comedy to heartfelt drama made it a tough sell for mainstream audiences.
