The Pitch
Nicole Kidman Ewan McGregor Jim Broadbant Jacek Koman John Luguizamo Garry MacDonald Richard Roxburg Lyrics
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No words in the vernacular
Can't describe this great event
You'll be dumb with wonderment
Returns are fixed at ten percent
You must agree, that's excellent
And on top of your fee
So exciting
The audience will stomp and cheer
So delighting
It will run for fifty years
So exciting
The audience will stomp and cheer
So delighting
It will run for fifty years
Various: Elephants!
Bohemians!
Indians!
and courtesans!
Acrobats!
and juggling bears!
exotic girls!
fire eaters!
Muscle men, contortionists
Intrigue, danger,
Tolouse: and romance
All: Electric lights, machinery
Oh, the electricity!
So exciting
The audience will stomp and cheer
So delighting
It will run for fifty years
So exciting
The audience will stomp and cheer
So delighting
It will run for fifty... years...
Spectacular, Spectacular
No words in the vernacular
Can describe this great event
You'll be dumb with wonderment
The hills are alive, with the sound of music
So exciting
The audience will stomp and cheer
So delighting
It will run for fifty years
So exciting
The audience will stomp and cheer
So delighting
It will run for fifty years
Duke: Yes, but what happens in the end?
Christian: cough
The courtesan and sitarman
are pulled apart by an evil plan
Satine: But in the end she hears his song
Christian: And their love is just too strong...
Duke: It's a little bit funny
this feeling inside
All: So exciting
The audience will stomp and cheer
So delighting
It will run for fifty years
Christian: The sitar player's secret song
helps flee the evil one
Though the tyrant rants and rails
It is all to no avail.
Zidler: I am the evil maharaja
You will not escape
Satine: Oh Harold, no one could play him like you could!
Zidler: No one's going to.
All: So exciting
Will make them laugh, will make them cry
So delighting
Duke: And in the end should someone die?
All: So exciting
The audience will stomp and cheer
So delighting
It will run for fifty... years...
Duke: Generally I like it.
The Pitch is a song from the movie Moulin Rouge, sung by Zidler, Christian, Satine, Duke, and other characters. The song is performed as a pitch for the spectacular show that Christian wants to create, and it aims to wow potential investors with its promises of a fantastic and enduring spectacle. The first verse opens with the line "Spectacular, Spectacular", which sets the tone for the grandiose, over-the-top performance they are pitching. Zidler goes on to say that the greatness of the event is indescribable in words, and it will leave the audience speechless with wonderment. He then assures the investors that their returns will be fixed at 10 percent, and they will also get artistic involvement in the show as a bonus. The chorus is then sung by all the characters, including the Bohemians, the courtesans, acrobats, contortionists, and other performers, who promise an electrifying performance that will be exciting, delightful, and run for fifty years.
The second verse of the song is about the various performers who will participate. The characters mention elephants, Indians, courtesans, juggling bears, fire eaters, exotic girls, muscle men, and contortionists, promising intrigue, danger, and romance. They then mention the electric lights and machinery that will make the show even more impressive. The third verse is a continuation of the chorus, with all the characters emphasizing that the show will make the audience laugh and cry, and it will be so exciting and delightful that it will run for fifty years.
Line by Line Meaning
Zidler: Spectacular, Spectacular
This show is exceptional, it is truly breathtaking.
No words in the vernacular
There are no words in any language that can explain how amazing it is.
Can't describe this great event
It is indescribable, unbelievable.
You'll be dumb with wonderment
It will leave you speechless, full of amazement.
Returns are fixed at ten percent
You will get a guaranteed fixed return on your investment.
You must agree, that's excellent
It is a great offer, the return on investment is simply amazing.
And on top of your fee
In addition to your investment, you will be involved artistically in the show.
You'll be involved artisticly...
You will have a chance to show off your artistic skills and be a part of the great show.
So exciting
The show is incredibly entertaining and will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The audience will stomp and cheer
The audience will be so engaged and involved in the show that they will cheer and stomp their feet.
So delighting
The show is absolutely delightful, it will positively surprise you.
It will run for fifty years
The show will last for a long time, ensuring a great return on investment.
Various: Elephants!
The show will feature elephants which will be a great spectacle to watch.
Bohemians!
There will be Bohemians in the show, which will showcase their artistic talents.
Indians!
The show will feature Indian performers who will bring a unique flavour to the performance.
And courtesans!
The show will feature courtesans, showcasing their beauty and finesse.
Acrobats!
The show will have skilled acrobats who will perform breathtaking stunts.
And juggling bears!
The show will feature juggling bears which will be an incredible spectacle.
Exotic girls!
The show will feature exotic girls, adding an element of sensuality.
Fire eaters!
The show will have fire eaters performing an amazing feat of strength and bravery.
Muscle men, contortionists
The show will feature muscle men and contortionists who will display their amazing strength and flexibility.
Intrigue, danger,
The show will have an element of intrigue and danger, making it thrilling and exciting.
Tolouse: and romance
The show will also have an element of romance which will be a great addition.
Electric lights, machinery
The show will utilise electric lights and machinery to create a stunning visual experience.
Oh, the electricity!
The electricity used in the show will add another layer of excitement and spectacle.
The hills are alive, with the sound of music
The show will feature incredible music that will enrich the experience.
The courtesan and sitarman
There will be a courtesan and a sitar player who will be a major part of the show.
are pulled apart by an evil plan
The courtesan and the sitar player's relationship will be threatened by an evil plan.
But in the end she hears his song
The courtesan will be moved by the music and will ultimately fall in love with the sitar player.
And their love is just too strong...
Their love for each other will triumph over all obstacles.
It's a little bit funny
The show will have a lighthearted moment.
this feeling inside
The feeling referred to is one of excitement and anticipation towards the show.
The sitar player's secret song
The sitar player will have a secret song that will be a major plot point in the show.
helps flee the evil one
The sitar player's secret song will ultimately help the characters escape the evil one's plan.
Though the tyrant rants and rails
The evil maharaja will be infuriated and upset that his plan was foiled.
It is all to no avail.
Despite his efforts, the evil one will ultimately fail in his plan.
Zidler: I am the evil maharaja
Zidler's character will play the role of the evil maharaja.
You will not escape
The evil maharaja will be warning the characters that they cannot escape his plan.
Oh Harold, no one could play him like you could!
Zidler's performance as the evil maharaja is commendable and no one else could have done it like he did.
Will make them laugh, will make them cry
The show will have moments of both humour and sadness, it will be an emotional rollercoaster.
Generally I like it.
The Duke expresses his admiration for the show in a general sense.
Contributed by Hannah C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.