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From multiple album releases a year to a worldwide tour and now a remarkable concert film, Taylor Swift has taken what only an artist can dream of and made it into a reality. 

The Eras Tour is the one place everyone wants to be, and yet, Ticketmaster made it almost impossible for fans to get tickets to the show. But, Swift has taken matters into her own hands, releasing a movie version of the critically acclaimed tour so more people can enjoy what she has so delicately created. 

With a two hour and 45 minute runtime, director Sam Wrench allows you to immerse yourself in the magic that Swift has so effortlessly crafted, taking the viewer on a wondrous ride through 17 years of her musical career. 

Going from era to era, Swift and Wrench make sure that the audience never gets left behind with visuals that leave the viewer on the edge of their seat as Swift embarks on her next set. 

A particular favorite of mine was the “reputation” set which, compared to the actual concert, was only elevated by Dom Whitworth’s crafty editing.

With sheer intensity, cutting back and forth from shot to shot, the “reputation” set seems to encapsulate the vibe that the album exudes. Choosing hit singles like “…Ready for It?” and “Look What You Made Me Do” and fan favorites such as “Delicate” and “Don’t Blame Me,” Swift puts on a performance that everyone can enjoy, fan and casual listener alike.

The same can be said for a particular song from the “folklore” set. An emotionally devastating performance in person that is only improved once moved to the big screen, “my tears ricochet” is taken to a whole new level in the movie. 

With beautiful visuals and stunning choreography, the song has cemented itself as one of her best. Wrench puts you right on stage with her as she sings about love, loss and betrayal, allowing the audience to feel as though you’re singing with Swift herself. 

While the movie might not seem intriguing for those who have already seen the concert given the lengthy runtime and the lack of anything new, it allows those who didn’t get tickets to have the same experience, trading friendship bracelets and singing along to some of her greatest hits.

The movie also abides by SAG-AFTRA guidelines given that she worked directly with AMC to distribute the movie, producing it entirely on her own, rather than through a large production company. Beyoncé followed suit for her concert film, coming out in December. 

The movie surpassed $100 million at the box office on opening weekend and is actually expected to boost AMC’s holdings given its wild popularity and unprecedented success.  Swift is no longer playing with her musical classmates when it comes to her craft. Instead, she’s playing beyond her years with The Eras Tour movie only solidifying her mark on the music industry and pop culture.