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All That Jazz
All That Jazz

All That Jazz

December 16, 1979· 2h 3m
Directed by
Cinemagraphs Score7.6

Joe Gideon is at the top of the heap, one of the most successful directors and choreographers in musical theater. But he can feel his world slowly collapsing around him - his obsession with work has almost destroyed his personal life, and only his bottles of pills keep him going.

Critics Sentiment

Critics7.6
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17 reviews·Last updated 4mo ago
Peak Moment

Joe performs elaborate Bye Bye Life variety show

9.1at 1h 48m
Lowest Moment

Highly sexualized topless rehearsal number frustrates backers

5.8at 45m
Biggest Swing

The film drops to its lowest point during the controversial topless rehearsal sequence, then builds steadily toward the acclaimed finale.

All That Jazz opens with universal acclaim for its kinetic energy and Fosse's signature style, then becomes more divisive during its middle sections as the sexual content and self-indulgence test some viewers. The film redeems itself with a spectacular finale that critics consistently praise as a masterwork of musical cinema, cementing its reputation despite earlier controversial moments.

17 reviews analyzed|Sources: Imdb, Tmdb
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Joe Gideon's morning ritual ending with showtime folks⬆ Peak moment
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Joe balances Broadway musical and Hollywood film editing
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Joe repeatedly edits single monologue in The Stand-Up
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Highly sexualized topless rehearsal number frustrates backers⬇ Lowest moment
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Joe collapses with severe chest pains during rehearsal
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Joe continues smoking and womanizing from hospital bed
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Joe experiences five stages of grief through dream sequences
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Joe walks down hallway to meet Angelique in death
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