Review of Nine (2009) by Mandela W — 13 Jan 2017

For the longest time Rob Marshall's work has been synomous with musical's. Chicago, Caberet, Into the Woods and even this 2009 musical, Nine. Marshall brings together several of hollywoods sexiest and most talented actresses. Marion Cottilard, Penelope Cruz, Nicole Kidman, Fergie, Kate Hudson, Sophia Loren, Judi dench along with one of the best method actors in the world Daniel Day Lewis make up this deep character film set in the beautiful city in Italy. Although not perfect the film still served up to be a decent flick in the filmography of the Oscar nominee.

Guido Contini is an Italian film director who's life is unfulfilled and without purpose, at least he thinks so. As he prepares to embark on his next film project he finds him self dealing with the complex relationships in his life. Some of these relationships are with his wife, his agent, his mistress, his muse and his mother.

The story wasn't well structured and needed more work. There was more musical showcases than actual movie storytelling. Although they were fantastic and oozed erotica too many of those can usually confuse people and make it hard to keep up with whats going on. I will say that it was at least a 3 out 5 star film meaning that is still a enjoyable flick to watch.

Penelope cruz's performance was very good and filled with vibrancy. Her singing was most impressive as was all the girls. Marion cottilard was also very good here. she played a key role here in the story and especially for guido's psyche. This was without a doubt the sexiest I've ever seen from all of these actresses's. Daniel day lewis was sensational here! to be able to pull off an Italian accent and sing in that very accent requires incredible talent and dedication! this is one of his more tame roles but he still put in the work to fully place himself in an Italian filmmakers shoes.

Great art direction and costuming it has a under rated emphases on fashion here and everyone looked good in there outfits. Finally Nine had some impressive cinematography with decent editing. If you are at least a fan of any of these actors in the film I'd say its still worth checking out.