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  • Actors: Sonny Bono, Ruth Brown, Divine, Deborah Harry, Ricki Lake
  • Directors: John Waters
  • Writers: John Waters
  • Producers: John Waters, Pat Moran, Rachel Talalay, Robert Maier, Robert Shaye
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: Entertainment in Video
  • DVD Release Date: 10 May 2004
  • Run Time: 88 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000247638
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 2,940 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Baltimore, 1962. Ample, energetic teen Tracy Turnblad (Ricki Lake) wants nothing more than to get on hip local TV dance programme THE CORNY COLLINS SHOW. When she finally gets her way, her lively dance moves and bubbly personality are met with unexpected popularity, along with the ire of a fellow dancer, scheming Amber Von Tussle (Colleen Fitzpatrick). Furthermore, when she witnesses firsthand the terrible state of race relations in Baltimore, Tracy becomes an outspoken advocate for the de-segregation of THE CORNY COLLINS SHOW.
John Waters's first PG-rated film is also his most sweet-natured and accessible. Based on his appreciation of the real-life 1960s Baltimore dance programme THE BUDDY DEANE SHOW, Waters's affection for the era and attention to authenticity shines through. Lake, in her first film performance, radiates charm and enthusiasm. Divine, in his last (dual) role, appears as both Tracy's mother, Edna, and dastardly TV station manager Arvin Hodgepile. As if that weren't enough, an inspired cast of cameos (Pia Zadora, Ric Ocasek, Waters himself) and a virtual instruction manual of faddish period dances and their accompanying songs serve only to make the deal even sweeter.

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35 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A campy, feel-good film carrying an important message, 28 Nov 2003
By Daniel Jolley "darkgenius" (Shelby, North Carolina USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hairspray [DVD] [1988] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC] (DVD)
I think it's safe to say that Hairspray is a unique motion picture. The film, while providing nonstop fun and laughs throughout, also manages to not only confront but to roll right over prejudice in several of its nefarious guises. I was a teenager when this film came out, and sadly, it was the death of Divine (just before the movie was released) that made me aware of this film. I don't know if that publicity helped or hurt ticket sales – Divine, for those who have never heard of him, was famous for playing female roles, and Hairspray had begun to rejuvenate his whole career. As for the film, it's extremely campy in the best of ways, overflowing with great singing and dancing from the early 1960s, and it is the type of film that makes you feel good after you watch it.

Ricki Lake plays Tracy Turnblad, a big, bold, and beautiful teenager who dreams of dancing on the exceedingly popular Corny Collins dance show. Her mother, played by Divine, isn't too crazy about modern music and dancing – until Tracy auditions and gets a spot on the show. Strutting her stuff in front of the cameras, she quickly becomes Baltimore's newest sensation. This does not sit well with Amber von Tussle (Colleen Fitzpatrick), as Tracy steals her man and then threatens to win the coveted title of Miss Auto Show 1963. Tracy is overweight, but she likes herself just as she is and easily dismisses the fat jokes thrown her way early on. The big issue in this film, though, is segregation. Tracy and her best friend Penny Pingleton (Joann Havrilla) soon become friends with some of the black kids in town and begin working toward integrating the Corny Collins show. Collins is all for the idea himself, as currently the Negro show runs only once each month under the controls of sassy Motormouth Mabel (Ruth Brown). The station manager will not hear of integration, though, and Penny's mother is aghast to find out that her daughter is in love with an African-American. This is 1962, of course. The whole segregation issue becomes the basic foundation of the movie as it dances its way to the end, making Hairspray a wonderfully entertaining film with a serious message behind it.

The film is blessed with many interesting cast members. Divine plays not only Mrs. Turnblad but also the station manager, Jerry Stiller plays Mr. Turnblad, Sonny Bono and Debbie Harry (and Debbie Harry's increasingly interesting hair) come together to play Amber von Tussle's parents, and Ric Ocasek and Pia Zadora show up as Beatniks in a strange little cameo appearance. Of course, Ricki Lake pretty much steals the show as the big girl with big dreams, although I found Joann Havrilla's performance as Penny Pingleton quite captivating in a weird sort of way.

It is very difficult to describe Hairspray; you pretty much have to watch it to get a true feel for its entertainment assets and social commentary underpinnings. It does have its silly moments, but this is not entertainment for the sake of entertainment, nor is this a film you will soon forget after watching it.

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36 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This movie is "THE BUG", 6 Jul 2004
By J. A. R. King "two-pint-shorty" (ENGLAND) - See all my reviews
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I hate comedies, but this is one of the funniest films you will ever see. This movie had me laughing so hard I cried and gave myself stomach ache.

Ricki Lake plays Traci Turnblad, a loveable over-weight teenager with a seriously over-weight mother (played with relish by Divine) and a dopey best friend called Penny. Traci and Penny both love this really cheesy dance show called the "Corny Collins Show", which invites the "cool" kids to appear and dance live on air, and Traci is desperate to appear on it (GRAVY ON MY MASH POTATOES!).
She does, is a massive hit with almost everyone (TRACI TURNBLAD IS A HAIR HOPPER!), and falls in love with a guy on the show called Link much to the disgust of the shows previous star Amber and her mother (Debbie Harry!)who are determined to bring about Traci`s downfall ("THAT GIRLS GOT ROACHES IN HER HAIR!)

Featuring cameos by John Waters, Pia Zadora, Mink Stole, a sub plot on racsicm and the best soundtrack this side of Grease I guarantee you will enjoy this movie and have a good laugh (watch it with some mates and a beer).

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Out with the new., 26 Sep 2007
By Mark Perrett "Shim" (Bristol, UK) - See all my reviews
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It takes some guts to attempt remake a classic; but the original is nearly always the best. Hairspray is a prime example. John Walter's original version has a true depth and charm that will hold its own against any comedy. And thanks to the remake, the original is once again taking centre stage in people's hearts.
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4.0 out of 5 stars mamma welcome to the 60s!
this film is brilliant,not quiet as high budget as the 2007 one but it is still very well made.rikki lake plays tracy turnblad very well and divine as tracys mum is sooooooooooo... Read more
Published 7 months ago by mystery inc

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed - Tries too hard
I was expecting really good things of this movie based on its reputation. No doubt the stage show works really well; the potential is clearly there. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Jon Freeman

4.0 out of 5 stars Cult Movie of the 80's set in the 60's
Knowing that John Waters likes to make outrageous movies, "Hairspray" is an easy introduction to his movies. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Jay

4.0 out of 5 stars Good, satirical fun
I bought this on the strength on a friends reccomendation after watching cry baby. It's a fun film to watch on a day off, but I couldn't say it's the greatest film I've ever seen... Read more
Published on 14 Sep 2006 by Ms. Caitlin B. Blanchard

5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute classic!
With songs, humour and outrageous hair this truly is a wonderful film. See Rikki Lake and Debbie Harry as you have never seen them before or ever will again. Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2006 by richie69

4.0 out of 5 stars Kinky Attitude
Do you like the sixties? Do you like crazy hairdos and fluo colours? Do you think you have a problem with your weight? Are you into dance lessons? Read more
Published on 16 Mar 2003 by golfgirl

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