Review: 'dear Evan Hansen' And Its Broadway Pedigree Get Lost In Translation

Despite its Broadway credentials, "Dear Evan Hansen" hits screens faced with an inherent tension: Can its songs and cast, led by Ben Platt reprising his Tony-winning role, overcome the uncomfortable premise and problematic protagonist? The answer is not completely, despite tweaks seemingly made specifically to try softening those edges.

Topics:  dear evan hansen   broadway   ben platt   tony-winning   
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