Review of Xanadu (1980) by Stuart K — 15 Aug 2008
A big musical flop which spawned a hugely successful soundtrack album!! This strange musical fantasy has the Greek muse Terpsichore incarnated on Earth as Kira (Olivia Newton-John), who brings inspiration to struggling artist Sonny (Michael Beck), who runs into ex-band leader Danny Maguire (Gene Kelly) and the two of them set out to form a club called Xanadu.
It's got a paper-thin plot, and it doesn't really go anywhere, but it does have it's moments. It looks good visually, the songs by Electric Light Orchestra are enjoyable. But, the less said about Gene Kelly rollerskating, the better!! :P.
This review of Xanadu (1980) was written by Stuart K on 15 Aug 2008.
Xanadu has generally received mixed reviews.
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