Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour: A Delirious Celebration of Swift-mania
Pro tip: If you’re planning to attend “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,” be sure to join a packed crowd of grade-school-aged girls ready to scream, rush the stage, take selfies, and make heart hands. This mind-blowing, exhilarating concert will immerse you in the world of Swift-mania.
Sure, it may be redundant to mention the packed crowd of screaming girls (because, let’s face it, that’s the only way to experience “The Eras Tour”). And yes, older folks may need some Ibuprofen after all the excitement. But to truly appreciate “The Eras Tour,” a captivating and spectacular documentary capturing Swift’s record-breaking and career-spanning victory lap of the past year, it’s best to surrender yourself to the entire experience.
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Taylor Swift has been a captivating presence on screen since as early as 2009 when she stole the show in the feature film spinoff of “Hannah Montana,” outshining even Miley Cyrus. Today, with a net worth approaching $800 million, an endless well of creative output, and just the right amount of edge to keep things interesting, it’s safe to say that Swift is running the show.
And when it comes to “The Eras Tour,” being immersed in this parallel world is a pretty great place to be. Filmed with multiple cameras during Swift’s SoFi Stadium engagement near Los Angeles, this documentary pulls out all the stops while keeping things simple. After a breathtaking drone shot of the massive arena, director Sam Wrench takes us right to the stage, where dancers appear with giant, parachute-like wings, creating a dazzling and poetic transition to Swift’s triumphant entrance donning a crystal-encrusted bodysuit and matching Louboutin boots.
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The concept behind “Eras” is a concert that covers each of Swift’s albums, presented in a pleasingly non-chronological order. If you’ve seen the show, you know the setlist, but we won’t spoil it here for those who want to be surprised, except to say that yes, she performs her greatest hits. The stage production seamlessly transitions between pure performance and stylized set pieces, with Swift taking on different roles in each segment. One unforgettable moment is a powerful ballad from her 2020 album “Evermore,” set in a wrenching kitchen-sink marital drama that unfolds over a dining room table.
This particular segment is just one of many standout moments in “The Eras Tour,” where Swift transforms into various personas through extravagant costume changes. The production values are off the charts, and while Swift may not be the most instinctive or graceful dancer, her charisma shines through as she struts and poses on stage. After three hours, one might find her music slightly repetitive, but the overall effect is nothing short of astonishing. In the 2020 documentary “Miss Americana,” Swift was still evolving as a performer and aspiring thought leader. In “The Eras Tour,” she has fully embraced her role as a dominant force in the experience economy, reveling in her ability to captivate an audience of 70,000 screaming fans.
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Eras Tour’ Movie Premiere Lights up Hollywood
Transitioning from a pop vixen to an ethereal wood nymph to a girl with a guitar, Swift builds the concert to a cathartic climax, saving her most triumphant albums for the end, including “Red,” “1989,” “Folklore,” and her recent release “Midnights.” With elaborate sets, special effects, smoke, and props, the concert unfolds in chapters, some more convincing than others. The edgier and sexualized vibe of “Reputation” may feel forced and monotonous, but when Swift strips things down to perform “All Too Well” with just her guitar, the song becomes an emotionally moving and monumental experience.
Of course, hearing the song can be a challenge amidst the constant squealing, shouting (“Yes, Taylor!”), and audience sing-alongs. One of the joys of “The Eras Tour” is that it turns movie viewing into an interactive experience, with audiences dancing in the aisles and waving at the screen as if Swift can see them. The film itself is meticulously crafted and calculated, but any criticism or cynicism becomes irrelevant. Taylor Swift has emerged as a force in American cinema, and we eagerly await her next move. For now, it’s all about heart hands. Like, times a thousand.
Unrated. Showing in theaters near you. Song lyrics may contain brief strong language. Runtime: 168 minutes.
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