How Did This Get Made? Diana: The Musical LIVE! (HDTGM Matinee)
Nov 18, 2025
A live show dissects the peculiarities of Diana: The Musical, likening it to a sixth-grade book report. Hosts debate whether the production captures Diana's true essence amid a lack of audience energy. They showcase standout performances but critique the show's portrayal of her character and motivations. Discussions on the creative teams' comedic backgrounds clash with Diana's tragic story, while viewer experiences and a mixed reception generate lively exchanges. Will it shine brighter in a live theater? A fascinating exploration unfolds!
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Singing Plot Over Interior Life
- Diana: The Musical compresses Diana's life into singing plot points and sacrifices interiority for exposition.
- Paul Scheer and Jason Mantzoukas argue this creates a warped, shallow portrait of Diana.
Sauna Bed Second Viewing
- June Diane Raphael recounts watching the film twice in one day and how environment altered her reaction.
- She first watched it in a sauna bed and later enjoyed it more after resting and showering.
Audience Presence Affects Emotionality
- Filming the stage show without an audience drained energy and emotionality from performances.
- Hosts say the absence of audience reactions made the film feel dead and industrial.