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Summary: Life is a Circus

Alegría (2000, DVD)

This film is comprised of both dark shadows and bright joyous light. It is a celebration of love and life. The central plot is a classic love story between a melancholy street mime (played with grand pathos by the supremely gifted René Bazinet) and a glamorous circus singer, Julie Cox. The subplot deals with a Dickensian villain and unwanted children sold into slavery. The well honed performances by Cirque du Soleil entertainers add astonishing exhilaration to the proceedings and hauntingly arresting musical passages provide a spellbinding ambiance. The wondrous world of the circus is used as a metaphor for our lives on this harsh but beautiful plane of existence. I believe the producers of this lovely little motion picture would have benefited greatly by having named it "Life is a Circus" or given it some similar English title. It would then, most likely, have gotten far more attention and probably would have reached cult status.Read full review...

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Simple yet deceptively touching

I have seen the actual "Cirque du Soleil ALEGRIA" show but this DVD is not that. Instead, it is a sweet romance story with the Cirque as its backdrop. The eccentricity of the circus is seen in the characters and music but the simple love story, and the additional touching tale of a street boy feels like a modern version of Oliver Twist.
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Awesome DVD

My dad got me hooked on Cirque du Soliel. Now, I'm trying to buy them all. I can watch these shows over and over again. The music is great too. I have my 4 year old granddaughter interested. She can't get over how daring and flexible they are. She tries to bend that way herself. It's so adorable. I'm very pleased with my purchases. This Alegria is a must see!Read full review...

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Not the circus

Wanted the circus got a story

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It's a different style for Cirque du Soleil production.

Alegria has a much more developed plot than many other Cirque du Soleil offerings. It contrasts the life of captured, imprisoned children with the family and life of circus performers. Most of the movie's story is linear, with fewer and shorter than usual circus acts blended into the plot. 1998 93 minutes.Read full review...

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Great

Love this movie

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Alegria

Very good movie and entertainment.

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Big Mistake

I thought it was going to be a movie of an actual show.

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Excellent

This film is an incredible depiction of strength and it transcends to both the youthful and mature audiences. It has a lot of vibrant and dark scenes that translate to reality and one's power to overcome obstacles and pain. It's a true love tale and showcases the virtue of loyalty and friendship.Read full review...

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