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description Chicago Overview

Chicago is a 2002 film adapting the 1975 musical based on a 1926 play. The story focuses on two female murderers, Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, in 1920s Chicago who compete for public attention while awaiting trial. Directed by Rob Marshall and featuring Renée Zellweger and Catherine Zeta-Jones, the film explores themes of celebrity and corruption.

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info Chicago Specifications

Country	Germany
Year	2002

help Chicago FAQ

Is Chicago based on a real murder case?

Chicago traces back to Maurine Dallas Watkins' 1926 play, which was inspired by real Chicago murder trials she covered as a journalist. The 2002 film adapts the stage musical by John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Bob Fosse.

Who plays Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly in the 2002 Chicago movie?

Renée Zellweger plays Roxie Hart, and Catherine Zeta-Jones plays Velma Kelly. Richard Gere plays lawyer Billy Flynn, while Queen Latifah appears as Matron Mama Morton.

Did the actors in Chicago do their own singing and dancing?

The film is built around full musical numbers, and the principal cast performed their roles for the movie version. Catherine Zeta-Jones had stage-musical experience before the film, including work in London's West End.

What Oscars did Chicago win?

Chicago won Best Picture at the 75th Academy Awards for films released in 2002. Catherine Zeta-Jones also won Best Supporting Actress for playing Velma Kelly.

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