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Heißer Sommer (1968)
Frankie and Annette go Commie!
Imagine Frankie and Annette taking a vacation with nine guys and 10 girls. Now imagine them as Communist youth, spreading the joys of collectivism and the freedom to have sex with whomever they please! Unbelievably catchy songs, surreal choreography (including dancing haystacks), and a kitschy script make this a must-see for anyone who loves tractor musicals.
Cradle Will Rock (1999)
Listen to a story ...
I haven't read all of the comments about the film that have been posted, but I think that, based on those I have read, the success of this movie for many people might be based partially on how much you know of the historical background of Marc Blitzstein's "The Cradle Will Rock." No one mentioned the fact that Tim Robbins had performed in a production of the musical directed by John Houseman and starring Patti LuPone. The production was recorded, though Robbins isn't on it. Yet his role in that revival helps explain Robbins' passion about the piece and the story behind its controversial opening night. I found the movie fascinating to watch and know that he cut a great deal of material from it. I'd someday like to see it added back in, much as I'd like to see all of the footage Milos Foreman shot for "Ragtime," a tale "Cradle Will Rock" resembles in its artful blend of real and fictional characters