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Genre :
Comedy, Musical, RomanceRelease Date :
July 18, 2008MPAA Rating :
PG-13Director :
Phyllida LloydStarring :
Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgard, Julie Walters, Dominic Cooper, Amanda Seyfried, Christine Baranski
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'Mamma Mia!' to Hold Singing Contest, Free Tickets for Participants
July 17, 2008 11:07:14This coming Friday, July 18, the upcoming drama musical "Mamma Mia!" will be screened in various theaters across the country simultaneously for the first time. And, in the spirit of celebration for this opening day, Universal Pictures are going to conduct a "Mamma Mia!" Singing Contest on the exact date the movie is being released nationwide.
Open for general public, the contest claiming that everyone is a winner will be located at The Americana at Brand in Glendale, California and will take place exactly at The Green starting from 12 P.M. to 2 P.M. This special event will require the participants to sing one of the many beloved ABBA songs featured in the film.
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Video: In-Depth Look Into Meryl Streep's 'Mamma Mia!'
July 10, 2008 03:07:21The hype around the upcoming musical comedy "Mamma Mia!" has been definitely brought back. After Universal Pictures released a slew of the film's clips earlier, a behind-the-scene video has also been unleashed. The over than two minutes video is being released via Reelz Channel.
Through it, viewers can learn more about the movie inspired from ABBA's songs. The compilation of clips contains footages from ABBA's performances back in the '70s and '80s and from the West End musical the film is based on. It also let out commentary from some of the film's stars, including Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan and Amanda Seyfried, as well as the shooting of several scenes.
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Fake Greek and Oceanic Blue Carpet Marked 'Mamma Mia!' World Premiere
July 01, 2008 09:07:18On Monday, June 30, one particular landmark in London, the Leicester Square, has been invaded by Greek for one very special occasion, the world premiere of the upcoming comedy musical "Mamma Mia!". The venue has been decorated with blue carpet completed with lemon trees decoration, fake fruits and a Greek church to resemble the Greek island, the set where the film has been shot.
With the unique setting, the special screening event was topped with the attendance of many Hollywood stars. Among those big names strolling down the specially-designed carpet leading to the Odeon Leicester Square were the flick's cast ensemble, Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Amanda Seyfried, Colin Firth, Julie Walters, Christine Baranski and Dominic Cooper, as well as the executive producers, Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson and ABBA's own Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus.
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'Mamma Mia!' Trailer Arrives!
March 19, 2008 12:03:11Though promised before on March 18 that the brand new trailer of the comedy musical "Mamma Mia!" will be making its debut attached on "Dancing With the Stars", BroadwayWorld.com reported that Universal Pictures have also released the trailer online on the same day. The sneak peak to the film starring Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried and Pierce Brosnan takes almost two and a half minutes to be viewed.
Unlike its teaser which begins with a shot of a vast lake with a single boat traveling through, the trailer starts more extravagantly as the shot of dancing feet were shown with the background music from ABBA's hit song "Mamma Mia" followed with a man's voice narrating the footage. This compilation of clips from the film also let out more of the film's storyline as well as the comedy promised though not forgetting to give out the joyful music the film builds onto.
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'Mamma Mia' Trailer to Debut Attached to 'Dancing With the Stars'
March 18, 2008 03:03:36A full trailer of the romantic comedy musical "Mamma Mia!" will be making its debut screening on Tuesday, March 18. According to ComingSoon, Universal Pictures have announced that the sneak peak to the Phyllida Lloyd-directed movie has been set to air on ABC during the second night of "Dancing With the Stars" two-night season premiere which is broadcast from 9:00 P.M. EDT to 10:30 P.M. EDT.
The reports of the exclusive broadcast to the trailer came months after the released of the domestic and international teaser trailers, which hit the web back on December 14, 2007. Earlier, the teasers have been claimed to be the trailers of the film starring Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan and Colin Firth. However, following the announcement of the trailer release date, it turns out that the two video footages were merely teasers.
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First Six Photos of 'Mamma Mia!' Released
December 13, 2007 11:12:09First six photos from "Mamma Mia!" have been released. The images that featured Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Dominic Cooper, and Amanda Seyfried are given exclusively to Cinematical.
Two of the pictures posted in the site's gallery depicted Seyfried's character, Sophie, dressed in her wedding dress, while three other photos pictured Streep jumping on a bed, standing against white wall and talking to Brosnan. On another image, Brosnan and Firth can be seen standing on a dock carrying their luggage.
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Trio Spelling Out "Mamma Mia!"
April 17, 2007 03:04:48More good talents are coming for "Mamma Mia!." The Hollywood Reporter has brought in news informing that Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgard, and Christine Baranski have all been added into the cast of the flick, which has already had Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, and Amanda Seyfried in.
A joint production of Littlestar and Playtone, the musical romantic comedy is the adaptation of the popular ABBA musical which focuses on a bride-to-be (Seyfried) raised by a single mother (Streep) who locates three men who might be her father and invites them to her wedding. Firth and Skarsgard are said to portray two of the three possible fathers while Baranski plays a plastic surgery-loving party girl in her forties who is bossy and boozy.
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Pierce Brosnan Exclaiming "Mamma Mia!"
March 07, 2007 02:03:43Well, this sure will be one of the unusual acting stints Pierce Brosnan ever takes. The former James Bond has given positive sign to join Meryl Streep in "Mamma Mia!", the big screen adaptation of hit musical stage play of the same title.
"I said yes right away because it meant working with Meryl Streep," the actor admitted. "Secondly, I saw the show with my family in London, and found it just so wonderfully happy and joyful, and so pitched in time forever in the 1970s. What a kick in the pants, to be able to go off and spend time with Meryl on some Greek island, singing ABBA songs."
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Mamma Mia! It's Meryl Streep!
January 11, 2007 03:01:33Barely reported to have stage director Phyllida Lloyd in talks to direct its new musical project of "Mamma Mia!", Universal has successfully listed Meryl Streep in to take part in the movie, Variety has revealed.
Here Streep will be poised as the rebellious single mother of a bride-to-be who never met her father. Conflicts occur when the daughter invites three likely paternal candidates to her wedding.
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Phyllida Lloyd to Spell Out "Mamma Mia!"
January 11, 2007 10:01:36Set to shift from theater to film industry, stage director Phyllida Lloyd is engaged in negotiations to helm "Mamma Mia!", an adaptation of the popular ABBA musical created by Judy Craymer and Catherine Johnson, The Hollywood Reporter has revealed.
A joint production between Universal Pictures and Tom Hanks' production company Playtone, the project will likely stay true to its original material which follows a bride-to-be as she locates three men who might be her father and invites them to her wedding.
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Musical Mamma Mia! Is Heading to the Big Screen
April 20, 2006 10:04:05"Mamma Mia!", the musical inspired by ABBA disco-pop hits, is heading for the big screen. Getting involved in the highly anticipated project is Tom Hanks who, through his production company Playtone, has inked a deal with Littlestar Services Limited, the company run by the hit show's producer, Judy Craymer, and ABBA songwriters Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus.
All of the persons are now in discussion over the project with Universal Pictures to finance and distribute. In the meantime, Judy has been slated to produce alongside Gary Goetzman, and Catherine Johnson is penning the screenplay. Details on "Mamma Mia!" are being kept under wrap, but it is said that the flick is expected to be released in late 2007.
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Reader's Reviews
It is the best film EVER!! I have seen it 9 times got the soundtrack and cant wait till it comes out on the 24th of november!!!
posted by madness on Oct 12, 2008ahhhhhhhhhh love dis show !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 14 times n still amazed....how HOT is Pierce and how FAB is Meryl
posted by Sara Lou on Sep 21, 2008I've seen it 12 times and am still smiling...Wonderful!
posted by mamma mia on Sep 16, 2008this film is the best film i have ever seen one day i hope i will meet meryl streep cuz she is the best
posted by mamma mia 56 on Sep 14, 2008This film is great i love it got the soundtrack meryl streep is the best
posted by mamma mia 123 on Sep 14, 2008this movie is the best i cant wait till it comes out on dvd i am going to buy it straight away already got the soundtrack
posted by mamma mia on Sep 12, 2008Omg, i love this film. Like, very much.! Went straight and brought the soundtrack. The guy who plays pepper, phillip? well anyway, he's gorgeous.x
posted by Kellzo=] on Sep 10, 2008Nice Job
posted by singeractress85 on Sep 06, 2008I have it 8 times with my husband, daughter, mother, and friends. I downloaded the soundtrack to my MP# and have lost 8 lbs!!!! Meryl rocks!!!
posted by soccer chick on Sep 06, 2008I loved mamma mia it was so fun and now i love abba!
posted by Mamma Mia on Sep 01, 2008Saw this last night - reminds me of our family all girl cruises. Forget about 'wanted to dance in the aisles', we did! When you get past 50 who cares? Just do it!!!! That's what I loved about the movie - Meryl and girlfriends are all over 50, no inhibitions, just enjoying life!
posted by Schmoopymn on Aug 30, 2008I just went with my mother, my two aunts and my grandmother to see this and I am planning on taking my ten year old daughter... it was EXCELLENT!!!!! I had so much fun! My aunts were not sure about seeing a musical, but after watching it we were all laughing singing, dancing and talking about it all the way to our cars! You will LOVE it!
posted by Nikki on Aug 24, 2008Best movie ever love it!!
posted by Mamma mia maniac on Aug 23, 2008I took my 10 year old to see this and we were both smiling and laughing the whole movie. As soon as we walked out we went to WalMart and bought the soundtrack. We went the next day with my Mother and sister. Absolutely the best movie I have ever seen. We loved it. Can't wait for it to come out on DVD.
posted by Nettie on Aug 22, 2008It was GREAT,FABULUS!I have never seen a film like this before and I wish that one day I will meet MERYL STREEP! Unfortunately this is somewhat difficult because I live in GREECE!!!!
posted by M.S. on Aug 20, 2008The best film ever!! i loved everythin about it an meryl streep is jus brilliant!!!!!!!!!!!! love it xxxxxxxxxx
posted by becks on Aug 17, 2008it is the most amazing film ever! i love it! i espesically love Dominic Cooper ;)
posted by charlie on Aug 13, 2008The critics can stuff it. This movie was a pleasure to watch. The critics may thrive on movies that are full of nothing but violence, pain, profanity, etc. But, it is nice to see a film that is just entertaining and doesn't try to save the world.
posted by Aaron on Aug 11, 2008OMFG it was the best ever film EVER! Ive seen it 6 times already and cant wait till it comes on DVD its so funny and serious IT WAS THE BEST! xx.Katii.xx
posted by Katii...oX on Aug 11, 2008It was the most refreshing movie I have seen in a very long while. Made you want to get up and dance in the isles of the theater. Music was great and so was the story. Going back to see it again and will be the first in line for the dvd.
posted by etee910 on Aug 11, 2008Absolutely the most fun movie I have seen in a long time. Laughter, drama, and just fun.....surprised at how well the actors sing...definitely need another one......
posted by hawaiidja on Aug 11, 2008I absolutely loved Mamma Mia so much so that i have went to see it 4times already Meryl Streep is my all time Favourite Actress i think she was amazing in this Film cannot wait till it comes out on D.V.D xxx
posted by Emma on Aug 08, 2008Best movie Ive ever seen!!! It just made me want to get up and dance...Best movie and i will see it again!!!!
posted by triciahuck@hotmail.c on Aug 05, 2008I LOVED this movie. So happy & fun! Great performances from ALL the stars but especially Amanda Seyfried & Meryl Streep (My all-time favorite)I never listen to the critics, they are ALWAYS so off in my book!!
posted by bettereck on Aug 02, 2008True entertainment. Just as much fun as the stage production. Will see both again!
posted by cbeneke247 on Aug 02, 2008just loved it. meryl streep was amzing cant wait for the dvd release
posted by gee on Jul 31, 2008So good that after I saw it on Friday and went back on Saturday and will go again. Will buy the DVD as soon as it's out and will get the sound track now.
posted by Mamma Mia on Jul 28, 2008I am 61 years old (male) and have NEVER been smitten by a movie like this one has done to me. Four times in the first week. Amanda Seyfried absolutely stole the show.
posted by derbarkasmann on Jul 26, 20084 generations age 10, 34, 58 and 87 loved every minute, toe tapping, fab cast and great story incorporating all the songs. can't wait to go again, friends already been 3 times and most of work have been too a massive hit.
posted by racquel on Jul 25, 2008Saw the movie tonight--and going to see it all over again tomorrow. It's that wonderful. Highly recommend. It's funny, sweet, GREAT music and actors. I've anxiously waited to see this movie, and I was NOT disappointed. I can't imagine why the critics didn't like it, but I never believe them anyway!!! Go and enjoy.
posted by Abba Fan on Jul 25, 2008This is one of those films that women of all ages can relate to...it's about romance, love, daily tribulations, finding one's self...etc.,etc...I can't wait till the video comes out so I can buy it and watch it as many times as I want.
posted by cm95204 on Jul 24, 2008AMAZING!!! loved every moment of it. Easily the best film i have seen in a long time!
posted by mamma mia <3 on Jul 23, 2008It was even better than the stage show! I have never seen a musical that the music is so fun and alive!
posted by jazzykat_13 on Jul 23, 2008Fantasic - seen it twice already - one of the best films I've ever seen - stuff the critics - sad if they can't feel pleasure!!!
posted by Mamma Mia! on Jul 23, 2008a brilliant film, have seen 2 other films recently too, hancock and wanted and this was by far the superior of both of them.
posted by elle on Jul 23, 2008I love this movie soooooooooooo much!!!!!!!!!!!! It was so extremely good, I cried! It should win an Oscar! I can't wait to see it again!!!
posted by girl1205 on Jul 21, 2008you can sleep with the sexy voice from pierce brosnan
posted by annelies tames on Jul 21, 2008The entiont music is spiced up in a origainal sort of way
posted by lim bubblegum on Jul 21, 2008
is origanal and enspirering but they should get NEW songs
posted by futre mrs j.jonas on Jul 21, 2008I had to see this movie... twice! I was born in the 80's but I´ve always loved ABBA. The views are so pretty, the music is very catchy and... what can I say... Colin Firth! Brings back old memories! That man gets even better as the years go by. And the dancing scenes... they make you wanna be part of the movie!
posted by tres on Jul 21, 2008I saw this movie last night with my friends and we laughed the whole way through!! We're teens who didn't grow up with ABBA but we all agreed that this movie was AWESOOOME!!!! Love Love LOVE it! Can't wait to see it again!
posted by Sarah on Jul 20, 2008Wow! My daughter and I just saw this movie and loved it! The entire audience clapped at the end. I am taking my mom to see it tomorrow.
posted by mediagal on Jul 20, 2008OMG HOW HOT IS PEPPER . . PLAYED BY PHILLIP MICHEAL ... IM SO IN LOVE WITH THIS MOVIE AND PEPPER ... ITT WAS GREAT ... MY ALL TIME FAVE MOVIE NOW IVE SEEN IT 4 TIMES LOVE IT!!!
posted by salt&pepper on Jul 20, 2008Loved it; very well made and the soundtrack was excellent; what a refreshing change from so many serial killer, horror/blood and guts genre we have been treated to for too many years of entertainment.
posted by Squiggles on Jul 20, 2008OMG HOW HOT IS PEPPER . . PLAYED BY PHILLIP MICHEAL ... IM SO IN LOVE WITH THIS MOVIE AND PEPPER ... ITT WAS GREAT ... MY ALL TIME FAVE MOVIE NOW IVE SEEN IT 4 TIMES LOVE IT!!!
posted by salt&pepper on Jul 20, 2008adorable! i was singing along the whole time! it was very light hearted and excactly what i needed :)
posted by xlollypop3x on Jul 19, 2008When men, women, and children sit in a spellbound state for an entire film, get up to scream, sing, and shout during the credits, dance all the way out of the theater while already promoting the film (via cell phone), it only means two things. The movie is magical, and the critics who say otherwise are wrong!!!!!!!! Watch this one go right to the top and stay there!!!!!!!!!!!!
posted by Rg on Jul 19, 2008Wonderful! I loved every song. I think anyone could appreciate this film.
posted by Missy on Jul 19, 2008i love the movie! been a fan of abba songs, the musical mamma mia and now the movie. best movie of 2008.
posted by kristeta on Jul 19, 2008Absolutely loved it and can't wait to see again. I was dancing in my seat and laughed and laughed. A real feel-good movie.
posted by Judy on Jul 19, 2008this movie was the absolute best movie in all of history[my opinion] and i would watch it over, and over , and over again. I love ABBA and their songs and these songs in the movie made me wanna go up and down the aigle and DANCE!! <33
posted by nicole on Jul 18, 2008saw it last night - fabulous! loved it, loved it, loved it, loved it, LOVED IT!
posted by mamma mia lover on Jul 18, 2008superb!!! will be singing the songs for days!! so much fun, everyone clapped at the end. LOVED IT! so fun, pierce brosnan's still got it!! ooh yeah!
posted by bubsy on Jul 18, 2008AWESOME MOVIE!! So great!! The black guy in it with the dreads/afro is hot! =] x
posted by aussie hunni on Jul 18, 2008best movie in the world
posted by blonde babe on Jul 16, 2008Saw the screening last night...GREAT!!! LOVED IT!!
posted by knt25 on Jul 16, 2008watch full movie on myvix
posted by myvix on Jul 16, 2008THE MOST AMAZING MUSICAL I HAVE EVER SEEN...LOVED EVERY SINGLE MOMENT OF IT....WILL WATCH IT OVER AND OVER AND OVER AGAIN...DANCE AND SING TO ALL THE SONGS!!! LOL
posted by Amy C Northern Irela on Jul 14, 2008best movie ever. i loved every bit of it. seen it 3 times in the last 2 days
posted by meagan on Jul 14, 2008THE READERS REVEW WAS GOOD, BUT I REFER TO THE MOVIE.I SAW THE MOVIE ON THE 11 OF JULY. IF YOU WAN'T TO SEE IT EARLY. GO TO HOYTS IN MELBOURNE CENTRIAL
posted by dell on Jul 13, 2008best movie i have seen!
posted by Love it on Jul 13, 2008Brilliant and funny ! The best movie of 2008 .
posted by rnchez on Jul 13, 2008Seen in it Antwerp on Wilkinson's American Movie Day and it's brilliant !
posted by Wizzy on Jul 09, 2008oh gosh. when all is said and done is in it. my friends are coming to see it with me. hopefully they've taken out that word. i can't wait to see Mamma Mia! The movie! I;m so excited! the trailers look so good! wooh. go ABBA
posted by Mamma Mia! on Jul 06, 2008Just seen premiere screening and it is BRILLIANT!
posted by Mama Mia on Jun 30, 2008