Review of Jesus Christ Superstar (2000) by Viviana M — 10 Mar 2008

The modernized stage version is even more striking than the original movie version.

This review of Jesus Christ Superstar (2000) was written by Viviana M on 10 Mar 2008.

Jesus Christ Superstar has generally received positive reviews.

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By Robert Z (95) on 04 May 2008

Good songs, terrible performance. The previous movie was slightly better there and if you get a chance to see it on stage, do…

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By Donovan D (139) on 13 Feb 2008

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By Kristin D (42) on 22 Sep 2008

Oh God. Watch the 1973 version which is amazing. Or the play which is even better. I didn't even bother finishing this version of the movie…

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By Colleen T (53) on 03 Dec 2008

Though I prefer many stage adaptations to either JCS movie, this millennium version is worlds better than the 1973 version…

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By James A (583) on 12 May 2008

I own both versions and they both have their strong points…

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By Dylan D (818) on 12 Apr 2008

Not quite as good as the original. Something about the hippie-ness of the cast gave the original a much more Jesus Christ feel…

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By Jerome S (106) on 03 Feb 2008

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By Tina-Louise M (1) on 21 Jan 2008

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