Chicago 2002
"If you can't be famous, be infamous."
Dive into the glitz and grit of 1920s Chicago with *Chicago (2002)*, Rob Marshall's electrifying musical where fame and infamy blur in the most dazzling ways.
Director: Rob Marshall
Cast
Renée Zellweger
Roxie Hart
Catherine Zeta-Jones
Velma Kelly
Richard Gere
Billy Flynn
Queen Latifah
Matron Mama Morton
Ekaterina Chtchelkanova
Katalin Helinski "Hunyak"
John C. Reilly
Amos Hart
Christine Baranski
Mary Sunshine
Lucy Liu
Kitty Baxter
Taye Diggs
Bandleader
Colm Feore
Harrison
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago (2002) about?
*Chicago (2002)* plunges into the seedy underbelly of 1920s Chicago, where two women—brassy Velma Kelly and wannabe starlet Roxie Hart—find themselves on death row after violent crimes. With their lives—and necks—hanging in the balance, they turn to a slick lawyer and the spotlight to craft their own legends before the noose does.
Who directed Chicago?
Rob Marshall, the visionary filmmaker behind *Memoirs of a Geisha* and *Into the Woods*, helmed *Chicago (2002)* with a flair for blending spectacle and satire.
Who stars in Chicago?
The film shines with powerhouse performances from Renée Zellweger as Roxie Hart, Catherine Zeta-Jones as Velma Kelly, Richard Gere as the silver-tongued Billy Flynn, and Queen Latifah as the no-nonsense Matron Mama Morton.
Is Chicago (2002) worth watching?
Absolutely—*Chicago (2002)* is a dazzling triumph of musical filmmaking, earning widespread acclaim and a stellar 7.7 on IMDb. Its sharp wit, infectious numbers, and fearless take on morality make it a must-see for fans of drama, comedy, and showbiz satire alike.
How long is Chicago?
*Chicago (2002)* runs for 113 minutes, or just under two hours—packed with enough razzle-dazzle to keep you hooked from the first note to the final verdict.
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About Chicago (2002) — The Jazz-Age Musical That Rewrote the Rules of Fame
Dive into the glitz and grit of 1920s Chicago with *Chicago (2002)*, Rob Marshall's electrifying musical where fame and infamy blur in the most dazzling ways. This razor-sharp blend of comedy, crime, and drama follows two murderous showstoppers—Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart—as they claw their way out of the death row spotlight. With jazz-age glamour and razor-thin morality, the film twists courtroom drama into a sizzling spectacle of ambition and survival. Marshall's bold vision and a powerhouse cast transform a dark premise into a vibrant, satirical celebration of celebrity culture, where scandal is the ultimate currency.
Set against the backdrop of Chicago's infamous jazz scene, the story unfolds with a mix of biting wit and melancholic charm. The chemistry between Renée Zellweger's wide-eyed Roxie and Catherine Zeta-Jones's icy Velma crackles with tension, while Richard Gere's smarmy lawyer Billy Flynn steals every scene with sly charm. *Chicago (2002)* isn't just a musical—it's a razor-edged commentary on justice, artistry, and the lengths people go to be remembered.
