It's no Chicago or even Moulin Rouge - but Burlesque was fun, sexy and satisfying.
Everyone knows Cher can act as well as she can sing. But for Christina Aguilera that is one mean feat. With a hugely powerful and successful voice, her debut movie was set to showcase whether she could act as well as she sings. And I must admit, I was pleasantly surprised.
Aguilera gave a convincing and down-to-earth performance. She didn't over act, she didn't under act, and she didn't rely on her singing or her breasts to get her through.
As for Cher, she was her usual 'I'm a powerful woman, don't fuck with me' character, and did so very well.
Twilight and OC heart throb, Cam Gigandet was the perfect lead gentleman and offered a particularly entertaining moment involving double doors, nudity and a box of cookies.
And Stanley Tucci provided a camp and loveable voice of reason throughout the film as a mentor, best friend, wardrobe stylist and all around caring guy.
The songs failed to measure up to the soundtrack of previous musical films, but the majority of the songs were strong, memorable and enjoyable.
It won't win over the hearts of the critics, and probably won't attract many male viewers but it's certainly worth a watch, and maybe even a purchase from the £3 Asda bargain DVD section.
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