The Greatest Showman is a musical based (loosely) on the life of P.T. Barnum, founder of what would eventually be called Barnum & Bailey's Circus. Here, we see Barnum rise above childhood poverty to realize his dreams. But he'll soon discover even wild success can be unsatisfying.
This is a wonderful movie. It's a rags-to-riches-to-rags-to-true riches tale, with Barnum learning the hard way that true satisfaction doesn't come from success, but who you're with and the love you share. The musical numbers are great and the message is good. It's extremely fast-paced, but musicals get some leniency from me in this area based on their nature. Highly recommended.
Rating: A
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