Tag: Hamilton
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The Disney+ Version of ‘Hamilton’ is Not Eligible for Oscars
The members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences know all about the filmed version of Lin-Manuel Miranda‘s Hamilton on Disney+, but when it comes to whether or not the movie will be eligible for Oscars at next year’s ceremony, the Academy rule-makers will, to quote one of the musical’s songs, say no…
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How to Watch ‘Hamilton’ Online: Stream the Hit Musical on Disney+ Now
Broadway may still be shut down due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but fans hoping to catch the hit musical Hamilton can stream it online now on Disney+.The streaming service has released a a special filmed version of the original Broadway production of Hamilton, starring Lin-Manuel Miranda and directed by Thomas Kail. Originally filmed at the…
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‘Hamilton’ on Disney+ Won’t Be Heading for the Oscars — Here’s Why
Yes it’s true: Back in 1966 Sir Laurence Olivier scored a Best Actor nomination (along with three supporting actors) for his blackface “Othello” in a hybrid stage/film production from the National Theatre. And a decade later, James Whitmore was nominated for Best Actor for his role as president Harry S. Truman in “Give ’em Hell,…
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‘Hamilton’ Cast Celebrates Disney Plus Launch and Reveals Inside Secrets of Film
“Hamilton” fans rejoiced as Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical was finally released on Disney Plus on Friday, giving people the long holiday weekend to watch the groundbreaking performance.Originally released in 2015 on Broadway, the hip-hop infused musical about founding father Alexander Hamilton became an instant smash hit. Most people had to pay hundreds or thousands of dollars…
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New ‘Hamilton’ Trailer and Clip: Disney+ Brings You into The Room Where It Happens
Before the Independence Day holiday weekend begins, Disney+ will kick off the patriotic celebrations with the debut of their live recording of the Broadway hit Hamilton. Created by and starring Lin-Manuel Miranda, the hip-hop musical tells the story of historical figure Alexander Hamilton, including his interactions with the likes of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and…
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‘Hamilton’ Trailer: Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway Sensation Hits Disney+
Hoping to lure more subscribers to its already 50-million-and-counting viewer base, Disney+ is debuting the filmed version of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway phenomenon “Hamilton” on the service July 3. Theatergoers and fans of the Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner know it’s a hot ticket at any cost, and with theaters nationwide shuttered a cool $6.99 a…
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Watch: These New ‘Hamilton’ Clips Are a Perfect Introduction to the Hit Musical
Disney+ has released two new clips from Hamilton ahead of its release to help get us in the mood. The Tony-winning, smash-hit musical from Lin-Manuel Miranda and director Thomas Kail will soon be available to everyone thanks to its wide release. The musical couldn’t come at a better time either, as we are all looking…
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‘Over the Moon’ Trailer: Netflix Gets Animated Over the Chinese Moon Goddess Legend
Netflix dropped the first trailer Tuesday for its upcoming animated feature, “Over the Moon” (coming in the fall), a wondrous update of the Chinese Moon Goddess fable, directed by former Disney legend and Oscar winner Glen Keane (“Dear Basketball”). The co-production with Pearl Studio (“Abominable”) was animated at Sony Pictures Imageworks, with Oscar winner John…
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Netflix Drops Surprise Annecy Presentation, Trailer for Glen Keane’s ‘Over the Moon’
In a previously-unannounced presentation posted on the Annecy Intl. Animation Film Festival’s digital platform on Tuesday morning, Netflix announced key cast, new images, updated plot points and shared an out-of-this-world trailer for the platform’s upcoming musical 3D feature “Over the Moon” from legendary animator and Oscar-winning filmmaker Glen Keane.Annecy also announced a live Q&a with…
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‘Over the Moon’ Cast and Filmmakers Debut Trailer, Discuss Animated Musical
Netflix and Pearl Studio unveiled the first trailer for their animated film “Over the Moon” on Tuesday following a virtual discussion with some of the cast and crew about the pic last week. Actors Sandra Oh, Phillipa Soo, John Cho, Ruthie Ann Miles and newcomer Cathy Ang joined producers Gennie Rim and Peilin Chou, along…