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	• Rent Jonathan Larson HarperEntertainment, 1997 - 160 pages average customer review:based on 110 reviews view larger image
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La Vie Boheme

With the recent release of the movie version of "RENT," this book about the Broadway musical "RENT" should sell quickly. The book is a colorful collection of photographs, lyrics, and stories behind the musical. It is a printed version of the behind-the-scenes documentary featured on the "RENT" DVD Special Features section.

The story of "RENT" is about 8 struggling artists and friends in the Lower East Side of NYC during the 1990's. Tackling controversial issues of the AIDS epidemic and homosexuality, this rock musical has been referred to as the "Hair" of the 1990's generation.

Jonathan Larson, writer and composer of "RENT," unexpectedly died on the night of the final dress rehearsal. Fortunately for us, his message of "No day but today," lives on.

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A Must Have for RENTheads

Knowing the background story of Jonathan Larson made me appreciate the beauty of RENT so much more. We all know the man is a genius to come up with such an amazing musical, but I don't think we knew just how devoted he was. Through the words of mainly friends, family, and a few people who he worked with on RENT, we get a somewhat complete portrait of the man who gave up everything for his baby - his musical.

Jonathan Larson was an amazing man who died a tragic death before he could see his dream fully realized, but I like to think he knows what a success he created. This book shows that it's never easy to make your dreams come true, but you need to keep trying.

One thing I will say is that if you've watched "No Day but Today," the documentary on Disc 2 of RENT (the movie), the material will seem quite repetitive. Also, if you're not a major RENThead or into biographies, I wouldn't waste your time or money. It's an interesting story I gobbled up in about an hour, but it can be a little slow. A plus is that it does have all the song lyrics in there with picture.

I loved it, and it was definitely worth the money I've spent. I've seen RENT 3 times on stage and about 7 times in theaters/on DVD. I know the story inside out, and now, thanks to this book, I also know Jonathan's story. It really made me appreciate RENT that much more.

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My new favorite movie!

I have wanted to see Rent on Broadway since it came out 10 years ago, but never got to. I was thrilled to have it made into a movie. I saw it in the theater twice in a couple days, & preordered the DVD. I waited anxiously for it to arrive.
This movie is so wonderful, & right away became my favorite movie of all time. It is life affirming. The overall themes are living life to the fullest in the face of poverty & impending death, friends forming a family that takes care of one another, & celebrating life. I cried through most of it.
The music is incredible, beautiful songs & amazing harmonies. I have listened to the cd so much since I got it 3 months ago, I may just wear it out!
I loved all the characters, thought they all did a great job. I especially like the story of Tracie Thoms, going from Rent Head fan to starring as Joanne in the movie. She has an incredible voice. Wilson Jermaine Heridia was unforgettable as Angel. I've liked Jesse L Martin on Law & Order, but seeing him as Collins made me totally nuts for him. That man can sing & be sexy as a gay man, even to a straight woman!
Buy this movie & the cd, you won't be disappointed.
La Vie Boheme!!!!!!!!!!
(I'm looking for baggage that goes with mine-Mimi)

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Duh

There's nothing I can say about this that hasn't been said. I've had a burnt copy of this for a year or so and felt really guilty about it. I felt like there was something wrong with me- that this music had changed my life, and I hadn't paid a penny for it. So that's why I bought it. It also sounds a lot better on the actual discs, louder, etc...

Hopefully this show will continue to change the lives of others the way it has mine.

AMAZING BOOK

This book is incredible! If you're someone who's really new to the show and REALLY want to impress your friends and family, This is a GREAT book for just that thing! The Pictures are AMAZING, all of the information is 110% accurate and REALLY interesting! And, to top it all off, it has the
FULL LIBRETTO!!!

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