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It’s impossible not to be swept away by this endearing musical revival
Set amid a public health crisis and economic instability, ‘Rent’ offers modern audiences an opportunity to reflect on current times
The film’s final scene showcases an actor and director both working at the peak of their powers
A cast of excellent actors, lush costumes and campy drama make for an entertaining and worthwhile trip to the cinema
While Ben Platt reprises the Broadway role that made him a star, the film’s problematic narrative should have been left on the stage
