Depressing Musicals

Who doesn't love a big uplifting film musical? Dave. And quite a few people, if cinema audience numbers are anything to go by. What about musicals that deal with Fascism, recession, poverty, dashed hopes and the grim inevitability of the love of your life turning out to be a bit of an arse? Turns out there is a lot to think about - and discuss - when it comes to depressing musicals.Kevin, Mel and Phil each offer a film to consider, and Phil then goes for two wickets in one over with a early Bollywood classic.Remember, the hills are alive but it's the sound of jackboots marching towards you.Full links at:https://www.kevinspetchcreative.com/news.htmlWe make no revenue from links or recommendations.Hosts Kevin Petch, Melanie Delaney, Phil Todd and David Benn.Produced by Kevin Petch for Out Of Left Field.Thanks for supporting 5282. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.