The film follows the same fundamental premise as the stage show: hundreds of Broadway "gypsies" gather at an open call for a new musical. The choreographer, (played by Michael Douglas ), narrows the field down to 16 finalists. In a departure from standard auditions, Zach demands that the dancers tell their life stories, baring their souls to prove they have the vulnerability required for his show.

The narrative tension is heightened by the arrival of ( Alyson Reed ), a former star and Zach’s ex-lover, who has returned from a failed Hollywood career and is desperate enough to audition for the chorus. Key Cast and Performances Chorus Line, A (BD) [Blu-ray] - Amazon.com

The 1985 film adaptation of , directed by Richard Attenborough , remains one of the most debated entries in the movie-musical genre. While the original 1975 Broadway production was a Pulitzer Prize-winning "singular sensation" that redefined musical theater, the film version is often characterized as a noble but flawed attempt to translate a purely theatrical experience into a cinematic one. Plot and Concept: The Ultimate Audition