Rob Marshall deserves recognition for assembling an unexpected group of performers and shaping them into a diverting ensemble. The script feels smoothed over, and it turns out to be surprisingly superficial; "Roxie" (Renée Zellweger) and "Velma" (Catherine Zeta-Jones) are both women found guilty of murder who will resort to almost any tactic to avoid execution. Relying on their abilities as dancers and their knack for drawing attention, they attempt to enlist the aid of questionable lawyer “Billy Flynn” (Richard Gere) to free them from prison warden "Mama Morton" (played wonderfully by Queen Latifah). That plot element is really secondary to the film’s striking visual presentation. It occasionally feels disorienting as the costumes appear to blend eras ranging from the 1920s with styles reminiscent of “Saturday Night Fever,” but ultimately, it's about the aesthetic; and both lead actresses embody that quality exceptionally well. Zeta-Jones particularly brings a refined sensuality to her portrayal; Zellweger conveys more of an air of naiveté, and Gere is exactly right for the part, demonstrating his ability to get audiences moving along with him. The original Fosse stage production serves as the foundation for this adaptation, and the Kander and Ebb songs are performed powerfully, including "All That Jazz," "Funny Honey," and "Razzle Dazzle"—all skillfully choreographed and presented. I continue to favor the closeness (and rawness) of seeing it live on stage, but considering other film versions of plays—this one is very enjoyable and deserving of your time.

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