Rent was a broadway musical and could not be found in just any department store. (At least I couldn't find it around our area).I like musicals, and this one has great singers. After receiving the DVD I had to buy the CD. Very enjoyable. There are a couple scenes that were slower, but overall a good purchase. I would recommend to someone who likes good singing, but an open mind on new thinking. It is about friends surviving in a new era dealing with one friend having aids, the other being gay and the girls are lovers. I didn't know what it was about when I bought it, but the singing is great. Overall I would recommend it.