Cats

The critics had their claws out for this one, long before the film was actually released. And when it was released...well you couldn't hear the kind mieows for the film because of all the caterwauling circling it. And so I went into the film with low expectations, assuming I would have the opportunity to write something critical, full of hissing and venom. However, I enjoyed it! And I write this fact as somebody who has a low tolerance for musicals. The songs were good, the performances were fine, and the special effects (which were improved upon after release, admittedly) were perfectly acceptable. I even sang along with the film at a couple of points, so that is evidence of the exuberant nature of the piece. Give it a go then, and try to put aside the reviews you have already seen, because you might just take to this like a cat takes to a bowl of delicious cream!

I am so grateful that this movie exists. Thank you, Movie Gods. We don't deserve ye.