Rating: 3.1 of 5

A bride-to-be decides to secretly invite three of her free-spirited mother’s former boyfriends to her wedding – hoping to find out which one of them is actually her father. When all three men show up, confusion and chaos ensue as the bride’s mother tries to deal with the wedding plans, her hotel falling apart around her, the meddling antics of her wacky girlfriends and her romantic feelings for these men from her past. This musical story takes place on a remote Greek island and is told using songs written by the band Abba.

Mama Mia DVD Review

The catchy songs and beautiful scenery make Mama Mia a visual and auditory feast. The film is packed full of talented actors including Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth and Stellan Skarsgard as the three possible dads, and Meryl Streep in the lead role supported by Julie Waters and Christine Baranski as her quirky best friends.

Although sometimes a little long, the musical numbers are energetic and colorful, and it’s hard not to tap your toes or sing along under your breath. While some of the singers are a bit lacking in the vocal department, they make up for it with their enthusiasm.

It is also refreshing to see an equal mixture of young and mature actors sharing the screen and promoting the message that there is plenty of life and love still to be had - even after 50!

The tone of the movie is fun and quirky and can be over-the-top at times in the typical Broadway fashion.

Anyone who loves a good musical and enjoys seeing classical actors like Meryl and Pierce playing a totally different type of role than they usually do, will definitely enjoy this film.

Thank you to Christine G. for this “Mama Mia DVD” article/review.

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