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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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John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Stockard Channing, Eve Arden, Joan BlondellDirectors: Randal Kleiser
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Perhaps one of the top ten Blu-Rays ever made. This is a reference Blu-Ray, the transfer is incredible. INCREDIBLE.
They didn't go over the top with ridiculous grain smoothing; the colour balance is masterwork; cleanliness is flawless; smooth as silk; detail spectacular ... WOW.
Could not be any better. Sounds is epic, get out your most expensive speakers.
Regarding the movie itself _Grease_ - of course, it's one of the great masterpieces of Western civilisation, what can you say?
One of the best movies ever made has very fortunately received a ten-star BluRay mastering ... utterly wonderful. We're so lucky. So good you'll want to buy a better plasma! Enjoy!
Grease was created by the two geniuses Warren Casey and Jim Jacobs. Casey sadly passed away back in 1988; RIP. This ultimate-quality Blu-Ray disk is worthy of this film ... easily the greatest modern musical film!
They didn't go over the top with ridiculous grain smoothing; the colour balance is masterwork; cleanliness is flawless; smooth as silk; detail spectacular ... WOW.
Could not be any better. Sounds is epic, get out your most expensive speakers.
Regarding the movie itself _Grease_ - of course, it's one of the great masterpieces of Western civilisation, what can you say?
One of the best movies ever made has very fortunately received a ten-star BluRay mastering ... utterly wonderful. We're so lucky. So good you'll want to buy a better plasma! Enjoy!
Grease was created by the two geniuses Warren Casey and Jim Jacobs. Casey sadly passed away back in 1988; RIP. This ultimate-quality Blu-Ray disk is worthy of this film ... easily the greatest modern musical film!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
This was bought as a present for my girlfriend and she loved it, the outstanding quality even made it bearable for me.
If you are thinking of getting Grease and have a blu-ray player, buy this! The quality of this transfer is amazing, it really looks like it was filmed yesterday. I watched the theatrical trailer that is included as an extra but not cleaned up to HD quality after the film and I could not believe the difference.
This is Blu-ray at its very best.
If you are thinking of getting Grease and have a blu-ray player, buy this! The quality of this transfer is amazing, it really looks like it was filmed yesterday. I watched the theatrical trailer that is included as an extra but not cleaned up to HD quality after the film and I could not believe the difference.
This is Blu-ray at its very best.
60 of 66 people found the following review helpful
By Jon
Format:DVD
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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well this film eveyone likes its a top film and is on alot in my house with having to girls so thank you
Published 8 hours ago by marion hollins
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There are many reviews for the film. It's a great movie and a classic musical. If you want a more detailed review please read many of the other reviews on here - I would simply... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Pantheon
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Gift
A feel good film bought for someone who had never heard of it! What more can you say about this film!
Published 11 days ago by Nix
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First class item & price
Item was ideal for my granddaughter She loves watching the film &. At the price it was it was a bargain
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Fab film
Bought for my daughters birthday, absolutely over the moon, couldn't be happier with the film. Great film and should be watched by all, Many thanks
Published 17 days ago by Gary Silvano
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An essential replacement for the vhs of Grease
How could I not replace the old vhs version. DVD blu-ray is excellent and perfect to sing-a-long and wallow in nostalgia.
Published 27 days ago by Dorothy P HobsonD.P. Hobson
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As expected
DVD arrived in good time and in good order.
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Published 1 month ago by Len Higginson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Feelgood classic musical
What's not to love about this movie. The plot is cheesy but at the same time it's a cult classic. All age groups seem to enjoy this film and the music is highly addictive and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by kehs
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Timeless classic worth the port over from DVD
Picture quality is an improvement over the DVD, Bright colours and looks the best it could. The sound has alway been an issue for me, It never seems to be quite right. Read more
Published 1 month ago by S. Gooding
1.0 out of 5 stars
Bad sound
I was so disappointed with this film, arrived on time but when me and my daughter was watching it, the sound was distorted and we could not hear it. Read more
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