| Alan is what "American Idol" would term, a triple threat. Not only is he a gifted musician, songwriter, and arranger - he is an exceptional director who brings stunning color, backdrops, and a keen continuity to his work. It is apparent he is respected by the cast as their individual chatacters are brought to life with zest and determination. J and H has been done and redone to the nth degree, but this film is not to be passed over as another effort to rework a tired story. Its new, refreshing, vibrant, serious; one to watch again and again. |