Rating of
3/4
Tatum is 'Magic'
Unknown - wrote on 02/01/16
What a pleasant surprise. Yes, I enjoyed this film about male strippers. Never thought I'd say those words, but it's true. 'Magic Mike' is all about the characters: their talents, lifestyle, present and future careers, difficulty in relationships, and the adversities this particular job puts on those things. Some of this may be a little superficial 'movie-like', but I was interested in all of it. That is mostly in thanks to the actors involved. I liked these people. Tatum fits the lead role perfectly. Yeah, it was made specifically for him, but he shines regardless. Things brink on the edge of a dark reality at times. The drama benefits from this. It balances out with the fun moments nicely. We never lose sight of the fact that these guys are entertainers and they are really good at their job. A story and characters I like, with lots of impressive dance choreography and a fun vibe that appeals to both genders... yeah it's good.
