A personal take on Jesus Christ Superstar (1973): The one ALW show that works
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A personal review of the 1973 film adaptation of Jesus Christ Superstar, where the author admits to generally disliking Andrew Lloyd Webber's musicals but considers this show their favorite exception. The review is brief and personal in tone, expressing a conflicted appreciation for the film.
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· 3 pulledFor most of my life, I've been a fan of musicals.
I have never been a fan of Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Jesus Christ Superstar is my favorite ALW show (so far in that it's the only one I like)
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