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Sadly Over-hyped

An unexpected masterpiece

Absolutely amazing

At first rather annoying in its heavy emphasis on reenactments, this movie ultimately proves fascinating, simply because the complicated, highly dramatic tale it tells still almost defies belief.

Personally, I never really enjoy musicals, so when I first heard of the 1992 hit film, Newsies, I was not sure if I would enjoy it or if it would even hold my interest. However, I was extremely surprised with the two hour hit Disney musical movie. It captivated me and brought me back to the times when Newsies hurried along the streets selling papers. Christian Bale, David Moscow and Luke Edwards are entertaining and lively actors as they portray the life and struggles that Newsies faced. When the Newsies find out that the price of papers have gone up, they organize themselves into a ragtag Union, with David Jacobs (Moscow) as the brains behind the voice of Jack Kelly (Bales). From then on it is a series of adventures and impatience as you await the Newsies next move. The singing and dancing is always upbeat and enthralling. I found myself singing along to the catchy songs as I watched brilliant character development unfold before my eyes. I would definitely recommend this film to view not only for the entertainment, but also for the history. The musical masterpiece put into movie form is an uplifting and accurate tale of Newsie life from a young perspective with lots of emotion, humor and enjoyment

Newsies Continues to Inspire, EntertainInspiring, compelling, and entertaining are words I would use to describe the Newsies, a Disney movie released in 1992. This movie was directed by Kenny Ortega, who also directed Hocus Pocus, High School Musical, and Descendants. This film features the actors Christian Bale and David Moscow, two very important people displayed in the movie. The dancing and choreography performed by all of the boys was exciting and energetic! The dancing and singing value will make you want to jump out of your seat and dance along!The plot of this movie focuses on the 1899 child labor strike when children from all over came together in order to make an impactful change. In the movie, the boys were angered at the fact that the prices for newspapers went up because of Pulitzer and other bosses, however, historically the prices were also raised because of the Spanish American War. Also in the movie, the child leading everyone was a boy named Jack Kelly, however historically the boy that led one of the greatest child labor strikes was named Kid Blink.The dancing and singing really contributed to this movie because it kept you connected to the movie, and kept you entertained from the opening scene, never leaving you with boredom. The actors also contributed to and impacted the film because of their spontaneous personalities. Christian Bale and David Moscow provided laughter and excitement throughout the whole film. These two actors, as well as many other actors in the Newsies, won many awards for the film. One of my favorite quotes from the movie is "From now on, we trust no one but the Newsies", said by the character David Jacobs. This is one of my favorite quotes because the boys work hard for what they believe in while having fun along the way. I would recommend this movie to everyone, and would also recommend it to anyone who loves a good sing-along film!

In 1992, amidst classics such as "A League of Their Own" and "The Muppet Christmas Carol", a movie, a musical movie hit theaters: "Newsies". Musicals, especially that of the live-action species, were few and far between in the 1990s. Of the small number that there were, many were not well-received by critics nor audiences. "Newsies" was no different. Upon its release, critics such as Roger Ebert called it "forgettable" and "pointless". Based on the Newsboys' Strike of 1899, the movie tells the story of the newsboys' of New York attempt at striking after the increase in price of papers. Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst, owners of the World and the Journal, respectively, raised the cost of one hundred papers from fifty cents to sixty cents. Led by veteran newsy Jack Kelly (Christian Bale) and "the walking mouth" David Jacobs (David Moscow), the newsies held rallies and meetings to unite against this injustice.Though the cast was and remains full of mostly unknowns, the performances were relatively well done. From time to time, the acting suffers from a clunky, occasionally non- cohesive script, but the characters were there. David is very clearly dedicated to not only the newsies, but also his family, as one of the only newsies with parents. Crutchy (Marty Belafsky) is shown to be no less of a newsy because of his crippled leg, and quickly steals the heart of anyone watching due to his wit and endearing personality. Jack, the leader, the one every newsy aspires to be, is portrayed in the entire complexity of his character: not just the arrogant, joking, hardened street urchin, but the kid who has always wanted a family and longs for the sunshine of Santa Fe.This movie, once again, is a musical, which means two things are certain: music and dancing. Limited to a screen, the choreography is at times cramped and peculiarly timed, but overall it adds to the charm of the movie, making you giggle if nothing else, and is very impressive. The music and songs, however, are guaranteed to get stuck in your head for days on end. "Carrying the Banner", arguably the anthem of the newsies, and "King of New York" are catchy, uplifting, and motivating. So much so that you might want to go and deliver some papers yourself. In contrast, "Santa Fe", the song about Jack's longing for a home and travel, is a solemn reminder of the reality faced by orphans on the streets of New York City. The songs are on occasion seemingly random in placement, but just as with the choreography, they add to the overall charm of the film.All in all, as a musical fan and someone with appreciation for cheesy movies, I'd give "Newsies" a 7.5/10. While it is not as well-executed as it could be, I had an enjoyable time watching it and would recommend it to anyone looking to just have fun for about two hours. It's a quaint history lesson set to catchy song and impressive dance, what's not to love?

What happens when you combine rising, young actors, catchy songs, and the magic of Disney? The movie musical Newsies is created. The film takes place in New York City, and centers its plot on the newsboys' strike of 1899. Newsies follows the story of a newspaper boy named Jack Kelly (Christian Bale) who becomes an unlikely hero during this rebellion against the great newspaper powers of Joseph Pulitzer (Robert Duvall) and William Hearst. After Pulitzer and Hearst decide to raise the price of a newspaper a tenth of a cent, the newsies find it completely unfair, and decide to rally together from all parts of the city and go on strike against the papers. With the help of friends like David (David Moscow) and his younger brother Les (Luke Edwards), Jack is successful in making the newspaper boy rebellion ignite a spark among all child laborers in New York to not stand for the unjust treatment anymore. Although the Newsies is based off the historical event of the newsboys' strike, it isn't entirely accurate. For example, Jack Kelly was not the leader of the strike in 1899; it was actually a young man known as Kid Blink. Aside from the multiple errors in historical accuracy, the Newsies is still worth the watch. The singing is phenomenal, and although cheesy at times, it helps keep the film lighthearted. The choreography and dancing makes you want to leap out of your chairs and move along with boys. There is a little bit of romance, a little bit of humor, a little bit of history, and a lot of fun for a family to watch. The Newsies will have you rooting for the underdogs, and it might make you want to enroll in a few dance classes! Rated PG