Is Mamma Mia a good film?

Mamma Mia is a film version of a stage-show but it is not an adaptation in that it has been made into a film so much as it is a stage musical made into a film. ... However for what it does Mamma Mia is actually very good because it knows who it is aiming for and what it has to do.

How well did Mamma Mia do?

The film grossed $603 million worldwide on a $52 million budget, becoming the fifth highest-grossing film of 2008. A sequel, titled Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, was released on J with most of the main cast returning.

How many mamamia movies are there?

Mamma Mia!2008 Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again2018 Mamma Mia!/Movies

Is Harry Styles in Mamma Mia?

Former One Direction star Harry Styles has carved out a hugely successful solo career for himself; what with his latest album Fine Line receiving a BRIT Awards nomination and Watermelon Sugar riding high in the US charts. ... With Harry reportedly in the running to play Tom, Mamma Mia!

Who is Sophie's real dad in Mamma Mia?

A lot of people seem to think because young Bill and young Donna have undeniable sexual chemistry that means he's the father. But after reading all Sarah's evidence, I have to agree with her – no matter how hot Bill is, Sam is still the father.

Why do girls like Mamma Mia so much?

'It's a joyful, celebratory experience' I love it because it's a film that celebrates women, and women of a certain age. It's very unusual to see a film where the men come out looking completely ridiculous. Not in a nasty way, but they come out looking like chumps, while the women are gorgeous and wonderful.

Who is Sophie's real dad?

Day Six: I Solved Mamma Mia! The entire plot of the first Mamma Mia! film is that no one has any idea who Sophie's dad is, and the second film follows Young Donna as she (offscreen) has sex all three possibilities. Well, I'm pleased to say, I figured out who the real dad actually is: Bill (Stellan Skarsgård).

Was Mamma Mia actually filmed in Greece?

Where was Mamma Mia filmed? In Mamma Mia, most of the outdoor scenes were filmed on location at the small Greek island of Skopelos, and the seaside hamlet of Damouchari in the Pelion area of Greece. The film's main location site in Skopelos was Kastani beach on the south west coast.

Is Mamma Mia a classic?

When Mamma Mia came out ten years ago, it became an instant movie classic.

What is the mood of Mamma Mia?

The actor's and actresses' diction set the tone for the entire play. They were able to turn the mood from being playful to serious very quickly and effectively. They incorporated ABBA's songs perfectly into the dialogue, making the process from speaking to singing very natural and smooth.

Who is Sophie's real dad in Mamma Mia 2?

A lot of people seem to think because young Bill and young Donna have undeniable sexual chemistry that means he's the father. But after reading all Sarah's evidence, I have to agree with her – no matter how hot Bill is, Sam is still the father.

Which Greek island is Mamma Mia set on?

island of Skopelos In Mamma Mia, most of the outdoor scenes were filmed on location at the small Greek island of Skopelos, and the seaside hamlet of Damouchari in the Pelion area of Greece. The film's main location site in Skopelos was Kastani beach on the south west coast.

Who is Sophie's dad in Mamma Mia?

But after reading all Sarah's evidence, I have to agree with her – no matter how hot Bill is, Sam is still the father. Sorry to disappoint you all. Mamma Mia! is available on Netflix now.

Who is Sophie's dad in Mamma Mia 2?

But Bill is hot A lot of people seem to think because young Bill and young Donna have undeniable sexual chemistry that means he's the father. But after reading all Sarah's evidence, I have to agree with her – no matter how hot Bill is, Sam is still the father.

Who is Donna's dad in Mamma Mia?

Fernando Cienfuegos It is implied in "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again", that Fernando Cienfuegos, Ruby Sheridan's former lover, is Donna's father.

What are the conflicts in Mamma Mia?

Mamma Mia! is a story that contains a certain timelessness which will allow it to entertain generations to come. It includes conflicts and drama such as the bond between a mother and her daughter, an unknown father, and finally, a woman and her past lovers.

What is the plot of Mamma Mia?

Donna (Meryl Streep), an independent hotelier in the Greek islands, is preparing for her daughter's wedding with the help of two old friends. Meanwhile Sophie, the spirited bride, has a plan. She secretly invites three men from her mother's past in hope of meeting her real father and having him escort her down the aisle on her big day. Mamma Mia!/Film synopsis