If there is one film genre that tends to divide audiences more so than others, it's musicals. For some reason, there are people who love to passionately bash any movie where characters break out into song. It makes no difference if it's The Phantom of the Opera or High School Musical; to the haters, they are both equally unwatchable. On the other side of the coin, fans can sometimes be a bit overwhelming with their undying love of musicals. You wouldn't expect the fusion of music and narrative to be so controversial, yet it totally is. Regardless of your personal feelings toward musicals, it would be silly to pretend the amount of artistic talent and innovation that goes into making them don't happen. Weird History readers are sharing what they think is the most underrated movie musical, and seeing their devotion is making our hearts sing. Which of these musicals do you agree deserves more love?
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From Facebook commenter Craig N:
The Blues Brothers. The great music kind of gets forgotten about because of the great comedic moments and the exciting car chases. But the movie is at its heart Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi’s love letter to rhythm and blues music.
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- Muppet Treasure Island
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From Facebook commenter Melissa C:
Moulin Rouge. ‘Come What May’ is brilliant. It's highway robbery to me that ‘Come What May’ didn't win an Oscar. It's unfortunate because they were originally going to use that song for Romeo & Juliet I believe.
From Facebook commenter Rissa N:
Yes!!! I actually just finished showing a friend this for the first time!! She knew the songs but never watched the movie!
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From Facebook commenter Mary D-H:
Repo! The Genetic Opera. The only worthwhile thing Paris Hilton has ever done.
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From Facebook commenter Theresa Williams P:
Jesus Christ Superstar. The music was amazing and Carl Anderson was superb!
From Facebook commenter Susana K:
Great dancing and singing. Anderson and Neely were magical.
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From Facebook commenter Lindsay B:
The Greatest Showman was an incredible movie!
From Facebook commenter Barbara Wiley D:
Totally agree!! Fantastic movie!
From Facebook commenter Jennifer S:
I totally agree, I was actually going to write this, but didn’t have to.
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From Facebook commenter Andrew M:
Newsies!
From Facebook commenter Linda Suchow M:
Love this movie. Definitely a favorite.
From Facebook commenter Amber M:
This is my answer, too!!! I love this movie and all the songs are so catchy!!! Such an inspirational story, too
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From Facebook commenter Evan H:
Popeye! Robin Williams is great as Popeye and Harry Nilsson wrote an amazing soundtrack.
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From Facebook commenter Kelly H:
Across the Universe. It's so brilliant, I think the reason why most people don’t love it is because it’s so artsy.
From Facebook commenter Debbie Gatta D:
You read my mind! Just watched it again yesterday.
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From Facebook commenter Jenna Ecklin B:
Paint Your Wagon. My dad's favorite also. Lol
From Facebook commenter Edward S:
FINALLY!! Someone with TASTE !!!!!!
From Facebook commenter Wre S:
Can't beat Clint Eastwood singing with Lee Marvin.
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From Facebook commenter Foster H. C III:
Li'l Abner. Every tune is catchy. The ladies are beautiful. Stubby Kaye is magnificent. And the story is just a fun romp. It's my favorite.
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- Rock 'n' Roll High School
From Facebook commenter Christy Rae K:
Rock 'n' Roll High School. I cringed at Joey's performance haha, but it made it even better.
From Facebook commenter Joanne T:
Brilliant, though The Ramones were not the greatest actors
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