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Page 20, Boca Club News
Film Review: “The Prom”

By Nils A. Shapiro in U.S. theatres on share of them, including all of the fancy footwork involved
I doubt there were many high school proms held December 4th, 2020 in this dazzlingly choreographed film.
anywhere in the U.S. during the past year because of the before streaming on James Corden—who is a enormously popular in his
restrictions about indoor gatherings, but there was one— Netflix. native England, but whom American viewers will most
thanks to Netflix—that was an absolute blast...and to which If anyone ever likely recognize as the host of CBS-TV’s nightly Late
everyone coast to coast was invited! needed proof that Late Show, and as host of two Tony Award shows and two
The prom I refer to almost didn’t happen. It was Meryl Streep is Grammy Award shows—is excellent in one of his rare film
originally scheduled to take place at James Madison High capable of absolutely appearances here. Of course, Nicole Kidman is always a
School in Edgewater, Indiana, but Mrs. Greene (Kerry anything she wants treat. And the music by Matthew Sklar and David Klotz is
Washington), the head of the school’s Parent-Teacher to do (is there such so rip-roaringly delightful throughout that these two deserve
Association, learned that one of the students, Emma Nolan, a person?), this equal billing with the rest of the name-dropping cast.
is a lesbian and wanted to take another girl to the prom as film should quell The Broadway performers’ efforts to convince “small
her date. The very idea was enough for the PTA to call off all doubts. There town America” about the need to be open-minded about
the entire event. are 19 songs on the LGBTQ rights is not the usual stuff of old-fashioned, high-
That would have stayed a matter of interest to only a soundtrack album stepping musicals, but in the hands of director Ryan Murphy
small Indiana town, except for one thing. Across the country of The Prom, and and this cast it would be difficult not to just sit back and
in New York City, under the bright lights of a Broadway Ms. Streep acquits enjoy this delightful film, no matter what your ideological
stage, a new musical—Eleanor! The Eleanor Roosevelt herself handily in her bent toward the school’s decision.
Story—has just completed its important opening night. The
cast—among them leading actress Dee Dee Allen (Meryl
Streep), leading actor Barry Glickman (James Corden) and Choosing The Right Wine
chorus girl Angie Dickinson (Nicole Kidman) are backstage
anxiously awaiting the critics’ reviews. For Your Perfect Or
When the papers arrive with the disappointing news
that the show has been unanimously panned and will close
after that single performance, the stars are convinced that Imperfect Valentine!
the reason has more to do with the fact that the critics
simply don’t like them personally. Somehow, they have to
do something to change their images. When one of the cast By Laura Berrio, Freelance Plan a dessert date! A beautiful bottle of rosé (hot category
members mentions the situation at the Indiana high school, Writer/Blogger in wine currently) or champagne pair nicely with chocolates.
where a prom has been cancelled because of prejudice There is so much pressure The lighter the chocolate, the lighter the wine and the darker
against a girl wanting to attend with another girl, Dee on couples to pick the perfect the chocolate, the darker, more full bodied the wine. If
Dee and Barry instantly realize their opportunity to show gift for that special someone your love’s favorite is in the middle with buttery, Belgian
America and the world what caring, selfless people they are on Valentine’s Day. Planning milk chocolates or white chocolate, a sweet wine such as
by showing their support for this girl, Emma Nolan. a special evening and picking a muscat pairs nicely. If you decide to forego the wine and
They recruit the entire cast of the Broadway musical, that perfect bottle of wine can have champagne, select a sec or demi-sec so the sweetness
Godspell, to travel to Indiana to put on a show and raise seem daunting on this holiday complements the chocolate.
funds to help make that prom happen. And that is the theme of “love.” If this is not your first Valentine’s Day and you need to
of the film, The Prom, which is based on the 2018 Broadway Let’s make picking a step it up a notch … pick a vintage from a special year (first
show of the same name, and which was released briefly perfect wine an easy part of the date, wedding anniversary, birthday, etc.).
planning. Once you decide on what you are going to do and A couple of mid-priced favorites of mine would be a
where you are going to do it, the wine choice is narrowed 2016 Freemark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon or a Taittinger
down. A picnic outside vs. a formal dinner call for a very Champagne. Although a little pricey, if you want that very
different wine. special bottle, 2007 Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne and
If you want to plan a sunset picnic on the beach, you need the 2002 Michael Magnien will not disappoint!
a wine that travels well or opt for a bottle of champagne! If Just remember to stay true to your tastes and stick with
you are planning on cooking, then the wine choice needs what you know. Follow your heart and sip with the one you
to pair with the featured entrée. If you are channeling your love!
inner Julia Childs and preparing Beef Bourguignon, a full ~ Cheers
bodied, deep red wine would be my first choice. Valentines ~ Keep the conversation going and
come in many shades of crimson … uncork the perfect red the wine flowing!
to complement your special cupid celebration. Follow the Vine at: www.
If all of this seems overwhelming, try starting simple. VineVibeUncorked.com.
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