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Grease was a phenomenal hit with its target teenage audience when it was released in 1977. The songs dominated the pop charts and brought heady success for its lead actors, John Travolta (Danny) and Olivia Newton-John (Sandy) despite the fact that--as with their energetic co-stars--their own teenage years were some way behind them. As they seize the chance to relive their schooldays, their verve and enthusiasm explodes from the screen. The real class, though, comes from Stockard Channing as feisty Rizzo and, in a couple of cameos, wisecracking silver screen actresses from yesteryear Eve Arden and Joan Blondel.

Based on the 1972 stage show and adding several new numbers, Grease is at heart a rites-of-passage movie with plenty of feel-good moments and a euphoric buzz. "You're the One That I Want", "Hopelessly Devoted to You" and "Summer Nights" became the soundtrack for a generation of high-school students on the cusp of adulthood. Today, it looks like a pastiche of those 1950s Connie Francis rock & roll beach films. But the steady stream of double entendres and knowing body language render it more accessible to the less innocent late 1970s. It's overwhelming nostalgia for anyone in the vicinity of 40.

On the DVD: The 25th anniversary special edition of Grease rolls back the years: the 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen presentation transports you instantly back to fifth-form heaven in the local fleapit. The Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound ensures that the songs--ever the staple of MOR radio--complete the nostalgia trip with real zip. The main extra is a short series of fond reminiscences from the actors and director Randal Kleiser, actually filmed for the 20th anniversary. --Piers Ford

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52 of 55 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant movie but the extras are disappointing, 28 Sep 2002
By Jon (Scotland) - See all my reviews
Grease was the first movie that I saw when I was a kid that caused me to go back and see it again and again. Then the re-release came out in 1998 and I saw it for old's time sake. I ended up seeing it three more times while it was still cinemas because it brought back the same feelings plus new ones from having watched the film from an adult perspective. On the one hand, it's easy for me to watch it so many times because it's a musical and when you find the tunes catchy you can't resist it. But it's not just that. Much to my surprise, I remembered every line of dialogue. What makes this movie a classic is that it is still great even if you cut out the songs. How many musicals can you say that about? The dialogue and one liners are so colorful and energetic and the movie works as a 50s comedy. It's funnier than I remembered and it is without a doubt the raunchiest PG movie ever made. The occassional adult theme and questionable dialogue crammed full of sexual innuendos are both unneccesary because the story line is enough to capture the viewer's attention. The 'PG' certificate sounds about right, but still, Grease is unsuitable for the younger viewer and that's a shame really. All in all, a film that should be re-released every twenty years so a new generation of movie lovers can watch it, not just because it was one of the last great musicals but also because it truly captures the essence of what it was like to grow up in the 50s.

This "new" DVD version is truly remarkable. The picture is sharper (which - thankfully - gives much needed improvement to the opening "cartoon" segment), and the soundtrack has been digitally remastered giving it a much clearer sound. I have seen the digitally remastered VHS version of "Grease", but it's pale in comparison to the DVD. In fact, I found myself re-playing the songs just to hear how good they really are (most notably the improved quality of "Sandy", "Hopelessly Devoted To You" and "You're The One That I Want").

The only negative remark worth mentioning about the DVD version of "Grease" has to be the rather disappointing extras. To be honest, I was looking for more than just the original theatre trailer and a somewhat dated 18 minute interview section (which was originally produced for the 20th Anniversary VHS edition). Hopefully there will be a "Grease: Special Edition DVD" released soon that will rectify these lacklustre 'extras'. Still, "Grease" is an excellent purchase - especially if you want to listen to the songs in glorious CD quality.

Jon.

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars They say our love is just a growing thing.., 29 Dec 2006
My favourite film..
why?

1. Pure cheese - songs to remember, sing along to, the typical boy meets girl, drama, happy ending storyline
2. Costume - so much nostalgia within this film!
3. Actors and characters to idolize
4. Deals with little teenage mishaps such as boy problems, pregnancy etc
5. Its aim isnt to be a groundbreaking, convention-breaking, film but just a happy representation (yes, representation - an interpretation as opposed to a mirror) of high school and 1950s society.
6. I mainly love this film because I have never grown tired of it, some films are amazing because they completely surprise or shock you but this has the quality of being watched over and over.
7. Haha the jokes and loveable characters - always wanted to be like Rizz!

I could think of much more...
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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "Conventionality belongs to yesterday", 11 Feb 2003
By Jennifer Litchfield (Auckland, New Zealand) - See all my reviews
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Grease is everything a musical film should be. It is a visual and aural feast that has captured the imaginations of audiences for over 25 years. Everything is larger than life and the action occurs amidst a riot of 1950s colour. Who cares if the cast is largely composed of 30-somethings playing teenagers? The key to Grease's success is not realism, but the enormous amount of infectious energy exuded by the cast.

This zest for life is particularly apparent in the lively and eminently sing-able chorus song-and-dance numbers. The tunes of retro party favourites such as 'Greased Lightning' and 'You're The One That I Want' will probably be familiar to many viewers, but lesser known songs, including the short and sarcastic 'Look At Me I'm Sandra Dee' and 'Beauty School Drop-Out' (with Frankie Avalon in the role of guardian angel) are also fun toe-tappers.

Musicals work best when, like Grease, they concentrate on the music rather than the plot; however, the story here is completely adequate. Sandy and Danny had a summer fling at the beach, but at school Danny has an image to uphold - which Sandy doesn't really fit - so their senior year at Rydell High is spent in a daze of "will-they-won't-they" teenage angst.

John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John set the screen alight as Danny and Sandy; there are some fabulous character roles in the "Pink Ladies" and "T-Birds" school cliques, and some very funny cameos - particularly the pairing of Principal McGee and Blanche the office lady. There are sexual innuendoes aplenty if you look hard enough, and despite the fact that the movie is set half a century ago, the viewer is led to conclude that teenagers have been, and will always be, teenagers.

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4.0 out of 5 stars 30 Years old and as good as ever!
Might be slighty dated, but what fun! My daughter and I sing along to the songs together and have a good laugh at the clothes and fab hairstyles. Read more
Published 2 months ago by John Coltrane

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
This musical is my favourite of all time and i knew i wanted to have it for my new house so i have somethin to watch. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Joanne Carrighar

5.0 out of 5 stars The original and best
One of the greatest movie musicals ever, fun, colourful, catchy, and classic, the original 'High School Musical'.
Published 5 months ago by Ms. S. West

5.0 out of 5 stars Yer yer yer Grease
This film took me back to being a child - I remember having the album and going to see it at the pictures. I bought it for my daughter who is 8 thinking she might like it. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mia baby

5.0 out of 5 stars GET THE GEL OUT
I can't believe you haven't seen Grease!! A classic you can watch time after time and enjoy it every time. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Nevs

5.0 out of 5 stars Grease, simply the best musical in the world
I recently purchased grease in the summer because i always wanted to have my own copy on DVD. When it arrived i watched it straight away. Read more
Published 22 months ago by C. Lewis

5.0 out of 5 stars How could anyone NOT love Grease?
This just has to be one of the top films ever made. Great acting, storyline, music and everything else. Read more
Published 23 months ago by K. S. Bell

5.0 out of 5 stars An enduring classic
The film that turned John Travolta from a superstar into a megastar... Grease is also the first album I ever bought and the first film I saw at the cinema, so this film is about... Read more
Published 24 months ago by ChezzyD

3.0 out of 5 stars Grease is OK Musical
Grease is an ok Musical Its not the Best Musical in the World it Good I will see this a Certin Time. Read more
Published on 3 Jun 2007 by Mr. B. Jones

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Soundtrack and adaptation of hit play
Grease is the story of Danny Zucko and Sandy Olsen (or Dumbruski) two high school seniors who fall in love over the summer. Read more
Published on 10 May 2007 by Jay

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