by flit .
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August 11, 2006

Hairspray

November 18, 2007 11:26 AM EST
views: 75 | comments: 38

Okay, so I don't hate ALL movies... I actually enjoy musicals - and Hairspray is definitely a musical....although I imagine a whole lot of young uns might not consider the sort of songs in this to actually be music. Too bad for them.

Story line is pretty basic - plump teenager Tracy Turnblad - played by Nicole Blonsky (in her first ever movie appearance) wins a spot on a local (all white except for the once monthly 'Negro Day') .... makes connections with the black dancers...and after significant resistance from the beautiful-on-the-outside-only white villain.... everyone ends up happily-integrated-ever-after.... well, not everyone is happy about it... but the people that matter are.

Hairspray includes a whole lot of singing, dancing and humour, and is just a whole lot of fun..... I watched it right to the end of the credits cuz I was enjoying the music.... might have to download the soundtrack for this one.

 

 

 
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Comments: 38

lynn a. Nov 18, 2007, 11:32am EST
I'm getting the first comment in. Hot dog!
Debbie G. Nov 18, 2007, 11:33am EST
Flit, this sounds like it's worth a listen!
lynn a. Nov 18, 2007, 11:33am EST
So who else is in it? Talk about a bare bones review ! But I get that you didn't object to seeing it. That's impressive.
Andrea "slackermom" R. Nov 18, 2007, 11:35am EST
I bought this Soundtrack for my thirteen year old niece for Christmas. I hope she likes it.
flit . Nov 18, 2007, 11:38am EST
Lots of good actors in it... Juhn Travolta plays Tracy's mom...Christopher Walker is her dad; Michelle Pfieffer is the blond villain, and Queen Latifah is in it as well.

I tend not to pay much attention to actors --- I DON'T LIKE MOVIES, remember!

Was thinking I might just buy myself the soundtrack, Andrea... IF it includes the cootie song (that was at the end of the credits) LOL
Fit;

did you ever see the original?
flit . Nov 18, 2007, 11:41am EST
nope, Lloyd....saw Hair, but not Hairspray :)

Don't think the live show has played in Toronto since I started going to them, either... I would likely buy tickets for it if it did now.
Jodi V. Nov 18, 2007, 11:53am EST
Cool, thanks for the recommendation, flit. Netflix is doing wonders for the entertainment in this house... ;)
flit . Nov 18, 2007, 11:54am EST
Netflix BAD!
*[Heather]* Norwood Nov 18, 2007, 11:54am EST
thanks for sharing & the recommendation! The next time im looking for a movie to watch, I'll be sure to look for Hairspray... thanks again :)
*[Heather]* Norwood Nov 18, 2007, 11:55am EST
I just rent movies from OnDemand. :) I've never tried Netflix lol
flit . Nov 18, 2007, 11:56am EST
onDemand BAD!
flit . Nov 18, 2007, 11:57am EST
All of those rotten things - on top of the whole black market crap - that have put your local video stores out of business are bad.
Jodi V. Nov 18, 2007, 12:06pm EST
Yikes, flit, tell us how you really feel! *grin*
flit . Nov 18, 2007, 12:07pm EST
COME HELP ME! pretty please with sugar and cream and a cherry on top :)
Robin"Buffy's Stunt Double" D. Nov 18, 2007, 12:10pm EST
I saw the movie too and the cast really did a great job making it entertaining
flit . Nov 18, 2007, 12:20pm EST
LOL @ Brian

but I like books :)
Brian T. Nov 18, 2007, 12:20pm EST
I missed this movie but saw the original and it was a lot of fun. I still think my favorite musical has got to be Grease it has a great sound track.

Not to like music, sports or movies- bad, bad, bad! LOL
Brian T. Nov 18, 2007, 12:22pm EST
My bad -I had to repost- computer going bonkers!
Tina Coruth Nov 18, 2007, 12:27pm EST
Thank you for the review, Flit! This sounds like a movie I would enjoy.
Chuck M. Nov 18, 2007, 12:42pm EST
Nice review! It's a good movie and if you like Grease, you might also like this one.
Rob Appell Nov 18, 2007, 12:45pm EST
Somewhere along the line, I saw the original...and that was quite entertaining...and I usually don't watch movies, especially musicals. I'm sure the new release is just as enjoyable.
Dan (Cowboy Up) V. Nov 18, 2007, 1:52pm EST
I saw this one about 2 weeks ago at the cheap seats theatre & really enjoyed it too, Flit! I think Grease was better but this would rate right up there! C):-)
Denise B. Nov 18, 2007, 2:53pm EST
nice review thanks I would love to see it sometime
Janet "Jax" B. Nov 18, 2007, 3:17pm EST
Angela just LOVED Hairspray...I think I will get her this one on DVD for Christmas...the music is great too.
Miz Lynn aka/BooBoo Nov 18, 2007, 5:02pm EST
GREAT, I'll have to rent it on your recommendation. I love musicals!
Larry H. Nov 18, 2007, 6:38pm EST
didn' tlike the preview...
Bonnie S. Nov 18, 2007, 6:50pm EST
I didn't see it, but your review sounds good. When it comes here I plan to check it out.
Elsie Duggan Nov 18, 2007, 7:02pm EST
If it is out on DVD I am going to rent it just because I love John
Travolta, and I bet the music is great. Thanks for the review Flit, you made it sound inviting to me,
flit . Nov 18, 2007, 7:19pm EST
I'm thinking you and I just don't like the same sorts of movies, Larry :)
Brenda (square peg in a round hole) H. Nov 18, 2007, 7:47pm EST
I've never seen it. Maybe I will now. Thanks Flit.
elizabeth e. Nov 18, 2007, 8:04pm EST
Reading your review and then seeing the comment thread leaves me to believe I just might go to the video store and rent this...and yes, I don't usually watch movies either!
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Nov 18, 2007, 8:04pm EST
I haven't seen the remake with John Travolta but loved the John Waters original.
Sandra T. Nov 18, 2007, 10:51pm EST
I liked this Hairspray, but I will forever think the first version with Rikki Lake is the best.
William Dotani Nov 20, 2007, 9:08am EST
I might see this movie someday. I like the old musicals. Singing In The Rain is by far my favorite.
Edward Nudelman Nov 21, 2007, 1:16pm EST
thanks Flit, don't I don't think I'll be catching that one... never was one for musicals, except maby fiddler on the roof
Mariana T. Nov 24, 2007, 8:45pm EST
I did love it and yes, Rikki Lake - wow long time since I've even heard her name...where is she now? SAlud.
Janet "Jax" B. Apr 29, 2008, 3:23pm EDT
I know all the words to most of the songs now....

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