This review contains spoilers for the show’s visual surprises.The original 1985 “Back to the Future” movie is a fantasy.
It’s a teen time travel fantasy about knocking sense into your disappointing parents and ensuring they grow into better people.
It’s a fantasy where “If You Put Your Mind To It, You Can Accomplish Anything” pays dividends as an adage.
It’s also a visual effects dream — courtesy of its director-screenwriter Robert Zemeckis and Ilm — that rode the waves of critical and commercial success, two sequels, pop culture homages, and now a “Back to the Future: The Musical.”The famed DeLorean time machine skids onto Broadway’s Winter Garden stage, as the West End version dances on.
Within a few blinding flashes, the vehicle pops up like magic thanks to Chris Fisher’s illusion work and Tim Lutkin & Hugh Vanstone’s tactful lighting.
Its 3D scan designed by Tim Hatley, the DeLorean feels alive.
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