The students at my University recently put on a production of Andrew Lloyd Weber's songs from various productions. One of those was Jesus Christ Superstar, an underrated contribution that people stay away from because of the religious overtones. However, I've always found it irreverent and open to questioning. It made my wife and I want to rewatch it and others in his catalogue. I forgot just how good it was, especially songs by certain characters. This one is the opening goddam number from Judas Iscariot, which is risky to say the least. I also have to say that Carl Anderson absolutely floors me throughout this film, but he really brings it here.
Honestly, if you've never watched it, it's great, and directed by Canadian great Norman Jewison. The use of anachronistic imagery and costumes always pleases me.
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"You know, that's kinda why I came here, to show that I don't suck that much" ~ Devin Cooley, Professional Goaltender
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