Movie Review: High School Musical - Page 2

Speaking of which, the most memorable songs are “Breaking Free,” “Stick to the Status Quo,” and “We’re All in This Together” (the kiddy-pop climax), while the more touching numbers are “Start of Something New” and “What I’ve Been Looking For.” In these songs, the vocal talent is evident; even though Efron’s and Hudgens’ voices may come off as young and nasally, the duo thrives in exhibiting earnest emotions and sincere eye contact.

On the other hand, with songs like “Getcha Head in the Game,” “When There Was Me & You” (Gabriella’s teary solo featuring the large Troy banner), and “Bop to the Top,” viewers are forced to witness High School Musical’s extreme cheese factor. Adding to this cheesiness is Bart Johnson, who plays Troy’s father and coach. Johnson is the pits of the feature and his tendency to go over the top pushes the storyline below the bar.

The most unforeseen aspect of High School Musical is that by the end of the film, the musical itself has not even begun. The leads are announced, and the show is set to be performed. But, before the actual production begins, High School Musical concludes! Viewers only get to observe the tryouts, rehearsals, and callbacks.

Nonetheless, it is easy to see where the fascination lies. For those who appreciate song and dance in any form, High School Musical is a genuine good time. If you fall within this target audience and haven’t yet received your driving permit from the D.M.V., then put your hands together High School Musical, and go wildcats! Otherwise, it’s understandable to approach and leave the experience with mixed emotions.

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  • 1 - Hannah

    Feb 12, 2008 at 9:12 pm

    I love you vanessa but i would rather if you where not naked in front of hippes.

  • 2 - alisha

    Feb 14, 2008 at 4:17 am

    ilove zac for ever

  • 3 - Darren

    Feb 18, 2008 at 3:41 am

    please tell me vanessa hudgens is pregnent with zac efron child and because i dont know if she is really pregnant because it some info says it is ashley who is pregnant

  • 4 - meg s.

    Mar 09, 2008 at 4:17 am

    I love it.

    I love high school musial one


    HIGH SCHOOL MUSIAL TOO IS A BIT FUNNY AT
    THE BIGIN.

    I haf not seen high school musial 3.

  • 5 - clarelouise

    May 07, 2008 at 1:41 pm

    vanessa should not be fired from high school musical because i liked vanessa the best. if vanessa gets fired i will not watch high school musical again in my life.because high school musical is my favorite film.vanessa is my favorite out of high school musical and i think it will be not good without vanessa. i can give you the real word it will be shit without her.

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