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Are you ready to cut loose? Boston teen, Ren MacCormack (Kenny Wormald), relocates to a small southern town and gets a heavy dose of culture shock. On the heels of a tragic accident, Rev. Shaw Moore (Dennis Quaid) bans loud music and dancing. Challenging the Reverend, Ren falls for his troubled daughter (Julianne Hough), shakes up the status quo and revitalizes the town.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I didn't have high hopes when I went to watch the film at the cinema but it's actually really good, I left wanting to go line-dancing! Julianne looks amazing in the film and Kenny grew on me, I'm sure he's hiding a great 6-pack under his shirt! Great for a night in with the girls
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I was a fan of the original movie and was pleasantly suprised by this remake. If you are planning a night in with the girls, this is the perfect DVD to get you all in the mood for a night of dancing! The romantic plot, brilliant dance moves and comedy from character Willard, all make for a great movie.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
The original 'Footloose' was a classic, remembered for its great soundtrack and the energetic performance of Kevin Bacon; a seminal 80's movie; but flawed. Having introduced it to my children recently it instantly became a huge household hit they wanted to watch again and again. To me though the plot was disjointed; the screenplay was badly edited and didn't flow well, many scenes felt over-the-top, unconvincing, and out of balance with the overall storyline. Don't get me wrong, I love that movie, but the remake has put all things right.
Each time I watched the original I fantasised of being a movie director so I could re-shoot and make sense of a great script. Thankfully someone felt the same and charged Craig Brewer with directing a remake, and he has made this the fabulous film the good original should always have been. Whether or not you know or love the original movie, this version is a must see!
Rarely is a remake so unchanged from the original, and fans of the 80's movie will enjoy rehearing all the classic lines; a true homage with essential cheesiness retained; but the context has been adjusted and this time it all flows beautifully. Several ridiculous scenes performed by Lori Singer in the first version, have been reworked to become realistic and in keeping; the story begins at the beginning and now also makes sense, unlike the original; homage, via tractor, is respectfully paid to one of 'the classic' 80's movie scenes, before diverting into an absolutely necessary, although this time not entirely successful, reworking.
Everything that could stay has stayed and all that had to change, has; with almost every scene that didn't work made good and each character more believable, despite the undoubted qualities of the original cast. This time the movie really works and with barely a flaw. With a nostalgic tear in my eye, I left the auditorium happy and fulfilled, and my children utterly entertained.
Each time I watched the original I fantasised of being a movie director so I could re-shoot and make sense of a great script. Thankfully someone felt the same and charged Craig Brewer with directing a remake, and he has made this the fabulous film the good original should always have been. Whether or not you know or love the original movie, this version is a must see!
Rarely is a remake so unchanged from the original, and fans of the 80's movie will enjoy rehearing all the classic lines; a true homage with essential cheesiness retained; but the context has been adjusted and this time it all flows beautifully. Several ridiculous scenes performed by Lori Singer in the first version, have been reworked to become realistic and in keeping; the story begins at the beginning and now also makes sense, unlike the original; homage, via tractor, is respectfully paid to one of 'the classic' 80's movie scenes, before diverting into an absolutely necessary, although this time not entirely successful, reworking.
Everything that could stay has stayed and all that had to change, has; with almost every scene that didn't work made good and each character more believable, despite the undoubted qualities of the original cast. This time the movie really works and with barely a flaw. With a nostalgic tear in my eye, I left the auditorium happy and fulfilled, and my children utterly entertained.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Surprised
I enjoyed this film much more than I expected, as I was a big fan of the original! Very impressed!
Published 7 days ago by Laura
unnecessary remake
this movie didnt need to be made, at all. its pretty much a shot for shot remake. the original is really good so you might aswell just watch that one. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Vega
A Guilty Pleasure!
I have to admit during my youth, i went to see the original Footloose at the Cinema and being in my teens when the original came out thought it was great. Read more
Published 2 months ago by scarebear
FOOTLOOSE
A huge fan of the 80's version, I was keen to see this on the big screen and it didn't disappoint. It's been modernised in a good way, not detracting from the original content. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sassy French
Thoroughly disappointing
I rented this film based on the glowing reviews and my love for dance films such as the Step Up series. I was extremely disappointed. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jessica Harris
Better than the original!
I wasn't expecting to like this film. I didn't think it was necessary to remake it. However, I think it is genuinely better than the original film (sorry Kevin!). Read more
Published 2 months ago by Deliabattie
Great, foot-tapping film!
This remake is well worth watching. If you loved the original, you will definitely enjoy this version. Read more
Published 2 months ago by J. Cockayne
As good as the first, love it.
It is as good if not better then the first one. Something for everyone. Very easy to watch and has a great feel good factor. Makes you want to dance.
Published 2 months ago by natalie
Not a patch on the original
I can't honestly say I loved this film - the music is great, the dancing great, the storyline not too far from the original. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Julesvee
A great remake
I was extremely surprised by this remake. I really liked the original and thought the remake was even better. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Shotty
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