I have never seen the original Stage Fright with Marlene Dietrich, but I doubt this come close to the original. I didn't like this 2014 version because of the disjointed plot, lack of singing ability and poor acting. True, many of the actors were kids, so it's a bit much for me to expect them to have stage skills, but really, a better job could have been done if they had used more talented kids like those you see in many tv shows and kids movies.
This movie is NOT suitable for young children due to its graphic violence, casting couch scenes, and complicated plot. Yes it's hard to grasp the plot, although after around 45 minutes I started to get an idea of who is who and where they all fit in. It's like one of those books you would have to read at least twice before you really figure out what was in the author's head. I watched about an hour before taking a break to write this critique.
Now I will fast forward to find out "who dunnit". Probably Agatha Christie style it's not one of the obvious suspects. My advice: Give this movie a miss.
This movie is NOT suitable for young children due to its graphic violence, casting couch scenes, and complicated plot. Yes it's hard to grasp the plot, although after around 45 minutes I started to get an idea of who is who and where they all fit in. It's like one of those books you would have to read at least twice before you really figure out what was in the author's head. I watched about an hour before taking a break to write this critique.
Now I will fast forward to find out "who dunnit". Probably Agatha Christie style it's not one of the obvious suspects. My advice: Give this movie a miss.