Nicole S. from LINDENWOLD, NJ Reviewed on 9/13/2009...
Great songs, by the cast I love. The only od part is that tye aren't in the same order as the movie.
CD Reviews
My Inspirational Musical
Budget's Gal | Kearns, UT USA | 07/07/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I grew up watching the movie version of 'Annie' and thoroughly enjoyed it. In fact, one of my first songs to sing as a child was 'Tomorrow'. My father taught it to me when I was 2 years old and I can hear myself on tape they recorded.
I was diagnosed with the disease Neurofibromatosis at the age of 4 and was told I had six months left to live. I am now 26 years old and I am lucky to be here. Anyway, Make a Wish Foundation found out about me and asked what I wanted. Of all the things a little girl could ask for, I wanted to see the musical Annie on stage. Although I don't remember the musical itself, it still left an impact on me. The song 'Tomorrow' still tugs at my heart strings and it still gives me hope for another Tomorrow."
Excellent cd but has one big disappointment
Missy Musto | Clifton Park, NY | 01/18/2006
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Don't get me wrong; this cd has excellent songs and even included ones I never even thought would be on the cd. My only complaint is that they include a shortened version of Maybe. Then don't sing the second verse of the song. You never hear "betcha he reads, betcha she sews, maybe she's made me a closet of clothes..." and the climatic end of the song. My 4 year old and I were both so disappointed that this was done. I can't image they were short on space on the cd. My daughter and I sing that verse all the time and we couldn't believe when we put the cd in, played the song, and then it ended so abruptly. I just don't understand. Other than that, the song selection is awesome and this version of the movie was by far the best made."
Nostalgic escapism
meltess | South Bend, IN United States | 01/31/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I saw the original Broadway production of Annie in New York, along with several touring versions, and, despite a lot of negative reviews from film critics and other naysayers, I absolutely LOVE this movie. I can be stressed out, sick or in a bad mood, but watching this film always makes me tap along to the music and put my problems in perspective. I always stop and watch Annie whenever I come across it while channel surfing; I'm 28 but haven't outgrown this movie and hope I never do. Along with providing me with an outlet for escapism, Annie also introduced me to the great versatile talent of Albert Finney, leading me in recent years to check out his many other films. I've also seen Bernadette Peters on stage and listened to her many recordings. This movie also sparked my interest in history, especially the Depression, the New Deal, the 1930s, the Roaring Twenties. Annie may not have won elite critical acclaim, but it has brought a lot of people a little bit of happiness. What more could you ask for in a movie?"
ANNIE REVIEW
Annie Warbucks | MA | 07/01/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I grew up in an orphanage as a child. When I was adopted, my parents showed me this play. I have loved it ever since, Annie seemed real to me back then. When ever I was sad I'd listen to the Annie record I still have. I still listen to Annie songs over and over again. Annie changed my life, now I am an actress, and I love every moment of this life that Annie gave me. It is an exquisite play, everyone should see, young and old."
Best "Annie" Soundtrack I've Heard!
Elizabeth Forrest | Coos Bay, OR | 06/08/2005
(4 out of 5 stars)
"As a recovering "Annie" addict, I'd say that this soundtrack is easily the best recording of all the "Annie" soundtracks available. Though the vocal arrangements aren't as stellar as the ones on the OBC's recording, the orchestral arrangements are amazing.
Take "It's the Hard-Knock Life" for example. The other recordings can't hold a candle to this one, as they don't have the extensive dance breaks.
Carol Burnett's portrayal as the drunken villian Miss Hannigan is just as hilarious on the soundtrack as it is with the movie itself. The woman is a genius."