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It's rare that a movie captures the intensity and excitement of a live Broadway musical production while appealing to a broader movie-going audience, but the 2007 Hairspray is an energetic, powerfully moving film that does just that. A re-make of the 1988 musical film Hairspray the new Hairspray is a film adaptation of the 2002 Broadway musical and features more likeable characters than the original film and an incredible energy that stems from a great cast, fabulous new music, and the influence of musical producer Craig Zadan. What remains constant throughout all three versions of Hairspray is the story's thought-provoking exploration of prejudice and racism. Set in Baltimore in 1962, the film opens with chubby girl Tracy Turnblad (Nikki Blonsky) singing her heart out in a rendition of "Good Morning Baltimore" that, while admittedly a bit too long, sets the farcical tone for the film.
Viewers quickly become immersed in Tracy's teenage world of popular television dance shows, big hair, the stigma of being different, and the first hesitant steps toward racial integration within a segregated world. The Corny Collins (James Marsdon) television dance show is a teenage obsession in Tracy's world and Link Larkin (Zac Efron) is every girl's dream partner, so when a call for auditions goes out, Tracy skips school to try out, but is rejected by station manager Velma von Tussle (Michelle Pfeiffer) because of her large size and the threat of competition for Velma's own daughter Amber (Brittany Snow). Perseverance and the support of her friend Penny (Amanda Bynes), father Wilbur (Christopher Walken), and negro dancer Seaweed (Elijah Kelley) lead Tracy to the spotlight and the chance of a lifetime, but more and more Tracy discovers that fairness and equality for those who are different does not come without a fight and that sacrifices must be made to effect change. While the message is serious, Hairspray is first and foremost a comedy with stellar performances by John Travolta as Edna Turnblad (who ever imagined Saturday Night Fever's iconic star would appear onscreen as a woman?), Christopher Walken, and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Part of what makes Hairspray so powerful is the exceptional music composed by Marc Shaiman, including songs newly composed for the movie like "Ladies' Choice," "The New Girl in Town," and "Come So Far," and the awesome vocal talents of Queen Latifah (Motormouth Maybelle) and a cast of heretofore musically-unknown actors like Nikki Blonsky, Zac Efron, and Brittany Snow who really can sing. Notable trivia includes Jerry Stiller's appearance in both versions of the film (as Wilbur in the 1988 film and as Mr. Pinky in this 2007 rendition), and a cameo appearance by 1988 director and screenplay writer John Waters. Hairspray is one of the best films of the year--it's powerfully moving entertainment that leaves you energized and motivated to fight for what you believe in. --Tami Horiuchi
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Musical comedy starring John Travolta and Michelle Pfeiffer. Tracy Turnblad (Nikki Blonsky) is an overweight teenager with all the right moves who is obsessed with the Corny Collins Show. Every day after school, she and her best friend Penny (Amanda Bynes) run home to watch the show and drool over the hot Link Larkin (Zac Efron), much to Tracy's mother Edna's (Travolta) dismay. After one of the stars of the show leaves, Corny Collins holds auditions to see who will be the next person on the Corny Collins show. With the help of her friend Seaweed (Elijah Kelly), Tracy makes it on the show, angering the evil dance queen Amber Von Tussle (Brittany Snow) and her mother Velma (Pfeiffer). Tracy then decides that it's not fair that the black kids can only dance on the Corny Collins Show once a month, and with the help of Seaweed, Link, Penny, Motormouth Maybelle (Queen Latifah), her father (Christopher Walken) and Edna, she decides to take action.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By R. Szikra
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All the hype when it was at the cinema. Hailed as the new Grease. It just didn't appeal to me. No musical could possibly beat Grease and it would be so overrated. So when I saw it at my local supermarket for cheap I thought i'd give it a try and I almost kicked myself after watching it. Not for spending money on it but for not seeing it on the big screen. The songs are so beautifully sung by a magnificent cast and so catchy you just want to sing along and be apart of it. I immediately ordered the soundtrack when it finished. Nikki Blonsky was cast perfectly as Tracy Turnblad and Zac Efron (I don't usually like him in HSM but he won me round in this) was the right choice of Link. John Travolta also had me laughing in every one of his scenes as Edna and never fails in my eyes to give the performance of his life no matter what he starring in. The scene with him and Christopher Walken singing 'you're timeless to me' was done brilliantly.
The film is moving with a storyline about acceptance from being overweight to black and portrays everyone as equal no matter what walk of life they're from. A movie that is superb from the storyline to the music. I think Grease had better watch out because this film has just overtook it in my book as the best musical of all time. I'm about on my 10th time of watching it and I only bought it a few weeks back. If you see it and you have some spare money, BUY IT. It really is that good!!!
The film is moving with a storyline about acceptance from being overweight to black and portrays everyone as equal no matter what walk of life they're from. A movie that is superb from the storyline to the music. I think Grease had better watch out because this film has just overtook it in my book as the best musical of all time. I'm about on my 10th time of watching it and I only bought it a few weeks back. If you see it and you have some spare money, BUY IT. It really is that good!!!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
hairspray has got to be the only film i went to see at the cinema more than once, i actually went to see it 5 times within about 2 weeks of it coming out because of the catchy songs and funny memorable scenes that leave you with a constant grin on your face through out the film. i can gaurantee your cheeks will be sore after watching this film and the songs will be stuck in your head until you watch it again and again.
definatly a must see
definatly a must see
24 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By Inga Lykke
Format:DVD
This is a great movie! John Travolta made a good choice when he decided to play in this one. It has many of the same qualities that makes us love Grease, it is sweet and innocent with a great message to young people, yet it doesn't try too hard to preach or change the world. It is all about fun. There were moments when I was laughing so hard, I was crying, and my feet never stopped tapping the rythm of the fantastic soundtrack.
If you want to find reasons not to like the movie, then I'm sure you will succeed. True, there were times when a voice didn't quite measure up to the material, the lyrics are a far cry from Shakespeare, and the character of Edna would not be even remotely as funny if it hadn't been John Travolta in women't clothing. That being said, I happily forgive every flaw, and willingly declare that I loved it!
If you want to find reasons not to like the movie, then I'm sure you will succeed. True, there were times when a voice didn't quite measure up to the material, the lyrics are a far cry from Shakespeare, and the character of Edna would not be even remotely as funny if it hadn't been John Travolta in women't clothing. That being said, I happily forgive every flaw, and willingly declare that I loved it!
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ta
this is a really good film my sister is going to love ths so thanks again the only problem was waiting for 3 weeks to get it x
Published 2 days ago by chloe
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Love this!!
The songs are all really catchy and I now know them all. The acting is fantastic along with the choreography and singing. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Charlotte Kerr
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Hairspray (2007)
It was an ok film. Watched once. It was enjoyable to watch and can be entertaining for all the family. It had a fast and easy delivery.
Published 15 days ago by MRS T PARRY
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hairspray dvd
it come on time and no damaged was done to it thanks I will use it a lot it was fast timing
Published 15 days ago by danielle sheppard
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nostalgia trip
Seen the original but this is more fun to watch and really enjoyed it one of those films you will watch again and again
Published 17 days ago by her
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hairspray
Amazing the best quality and service. 10 out of 10. the DVD arrived when i was told it was packaged great and the quality of DVD was no scratches.
Published 18 days ago by maxine keegan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great
A film for the whole family, with a great storyline too. No violence or sex and loads of songs to sing along with. Brilliant
Published 29 days ago by C. A. Turner
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Hairspray Fantastic
The reason i gave this rating because this film is amazing and fantastic, the story being told is very detailed and outstanding it also gives an insight into the lives of people in... Read more
Published 29 days ago by B Zupa
5.0 out of 5 stars
great
daughter loves this film and knows all the songs, gutted when it wouldnt play with all the scratches on it, cheap priced replacement, very quick delivery, she is very pleased.
Published 1 month ago by gt
5.0 out of 5 stars
A feel good film
Loved this film lost the origanal copy that my Daughter owned so I had to buy another but at a really good price
Published 1 month ago by ajfvic
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