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Fame is a 2009 English musical film which is a loose remake of the 1980 film of the same title. It was directed by Kevin Tancharoen and written by Allison Burnett. It was released on September 25, 2009 in the USA, Canada and the UK.
This movie is based upon the 1980 film which follows NYC talent attending the New York City High School for the Performing Arts, (Known today as Fiorello H. Laguardia H.S.) students get specialized training that often leads to success as actors, singers, etc. In 1936, New York City Mayor Fiorello H. LaGuardia founded the High School of Music & Art in order to provide a facility where the most gifted and talented public school students of New York City could pursue their talents in art or music, while also completing a full academic program of instruction. In 1948, the School of Performing Arts was created to provide training in performance skills to students who wished to prepare for professional careers in dance, music or drama.
A reinvention of the original Oscar®-winning hit film, Fame follows a talented group of dancers, singers, actors, and artists over four years at the New York City High School of Performing Arts, a...
In an incredibly competitive atmosphere, plagued by self-doubt, each student’s passion will be put to the test. In addition to their artistic goals, they have to deal with everything else that goes along with high school, a tumultuous time full of schoolwork, deep friendships, budding romance, and self-discovery.
As each student strives for his or her moment in the spotlight, they’ll discover who among them has the innate talent and necessary discipline to succeed. With the love and support of their friends and fellow artists, they’ll find out who amongst them will achieve Fame …
The cast includes Asher Book as Marco, Kristy Flores as Rosie, Paul Iacono as Neil, Paul McGill as Kevin, Naturi Naughton as Denise, Kay Panabaker as Jenny, Kherington Payne as Alice, Collins Pennie as Malik, Walter Perez as Victor, and Anna Maria Perez de Tagle as Joy. Their instructors include Debbie Allen as Principal Simms, Charles S. Dutton as Alvin Dowd, Kelsey Grammer as Joel Cranston, Megan Mullally as Fran Rowan, and Bebe Neuwirth as Lynn Kraft.
The film opens with students auditioning for admittance. Those admitted include:
Several of the teachers are also introduced:
Freshman year
Students learn on the first day of classes that their teachers expect them to know everything. In dance class, Ms. Kraft is worried about Kevin's dancing, but is easily impressed by Alice. In acting class, Jenny feels uncomfortable to let loose and be crazy like everyone else. In music class, Mr. Cranston gives Victor pointers, while Denise plays the music perfectly on the piano. In the lunchroom, everyone practices their major and they all get up and dance ("This Is My Life"), and Denise and Malik escape the madness and they talk to each other.
Cast
The main cast is featured on the official website.
Soundtrack
The soundtrack was released to stores and digital outlets (such as iTunes) on August 25, 2009. It features a blend of American standards and new pieces written specifically for the movie. Included from the original movie are the piano ballad Out Here On My Own and the title theme (both sung by Irene Cara in the original film).
Track listing
- "Welcome to P.A." - Raney Shockne
- "Fame" - Naturi Naughton
- "Big Things" - Anjulie
- "Ordinary People" - Asher Book
- "This Is My Life" - Hopsin, Ak'Sent, Tynisha Keli & Donte "Burger" Winston
- "Out Here on My Own" - Naturi Naughton
- "Street Hustlin'" - Raney Shockne feat. Stella Moon
- "You'll Find a Way" (Switch & Sinden Remix) - Santigold
- "Can't Hide from Love" - Naturi Naughton & Collins Pennie
- "Black & Gold" - Sam Sparro
- "Back to Back" - Collins Pennie feat Ashleigh Haney
- "I Put a Spell on You" - Raney Shockne feat. Eddie Wakes
- "Get On the Floor" - Naturi Naughton & Collins Pennie
- "Try" - Asher Book
- "You Took Advantage of Me" - Megan Mullally
- "Too Many Women" (Damon Elliott Remix) - Rachael Sage
- "Someone to Watch Over Me" - Asher Book
- "You Made Me Love You" - Raney Shockne feat. Oren Waters
- "Hold Your Dream" - Kay Panabaker, Asher Book & Naturi Naughton