Dreamgirls (2006)

Plot Summary

This electrifying musical revolves around the rise, fall and triumph of a talented group of soul singers during the '60s and '70s. Set in the world of the music industry, it is the story of a trio of young African-American girls: Effie, Deena and Lorrell, played with a great deal of personality by Jennifer Hudson, Beyoncé and Anika Noni Rose. Known as The Dreamettes, they dream of leaving their mark but as success and fame come their way, the group is faced with internal, artistic differences and personal miseries. With poignant lyrics and dazzling choreography, a stellar cast featuring Jennifer Hudson (Oscar winner for this film), lavish production design and costumes, make this film a cinematic treat worth enjoying.

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Awards

Golden Globes, USA (2007)

Golden Globe 2007

Winner

Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical

Golden Globe 2007

Nominated

Best Original Song - Motion Picture

Beyoncé Henry Krieger Anne Preven

Teen Choice Awards (2007)

Teen Choice Award 2007

Nominated

Choice Movie: Liplock

Jamie Foxx Beyoncé

Teen Choice Award 2007

Nominated

Choice Movie: Breakout Female

Jennifer Hudson

Academy Awards, USA (2007)

Oscar 2007

Nominated

Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song

Henry Krieger Anne Preven

Oscar 2007

Winner

Best Achievement in Sound Mixing

Michael Minkler Bob Beemer Willie D. Burton

Oscar 2007

Nominated

Best Achievement in Art Direction

John Myhre Nancy Haigh

Oscar 2007

Nominated

Best Achievement in Costume Design

Sharen Davis