Watch Divine Madness (Almost Complete)

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Watch Divine Madness (Almost Complete)
By Mister D
November 19, 2024

Let’s dive into the cosmic world of “Divine Madness”, a concert film that brings together the irrepressible Bette Midler and her fabulous backup singers, the Harlettes.

The Film:
Title: Divine Madness
Director: Michael Ritchie
Release Year: 1980
Setting: The Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California
What’s It About?: Imagine Bette Midler at her trashiest, flashiest, and heavenly best! ?
The Concert: In February 1980, Bette performed a series of concerts, and this film captures the magic of those nights.
The Mix: Michael Ritchie filmed three of Bette’s concerts during the tour and cleverly edited them together to create one seamless experience.
What to Expect:
Stand-Up Comedy: Bette’s stand-up routines are a riot. She’s like a cosmic storyteller, weaving humor and heartache.
Songs: Get ready for 16 songs! From “Big Noise from Winnetka” to “The Rose,” Bette belts out hits like a celestial jukebox.
Highlights: Listen for “Shiver Me Timbers,” “Paradise,” and the iconic “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy.”
Trashy Glamour: Sequins, sass, and soul—Bette’s trademark. She’s a cosmic diva with a voice that reaches the stars. NOTE: “The boogie woogie bugle boy of company b” song had to be muted for copyright claim.
Trivia:
The film was released to relative critical success.
Some tracks, like “Shiver Me Timbers” and “Rainbow Sleeve,” were edited out of the home video version.
While it has been re-released on DVD in the US, it remains a cherished gem for Bette’s fans.
So, grab your stardust and join Bette Midler and the Harlettes for a concert experience that’s part comedy, part musical magic. ???