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| Hairspray (Widescreen Edition) | 
 enlarge | Director: Adam Shankman
Actors: John Travolta, Michelle Pffeifer, Queen Latifah, Zac Efron, Christopher Walken
Studio: New Line Home Video
Category: DVD
List Price: $19.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  244 reviews
Sales Rank: 1244
Format: Ac-3, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dvd-video, Subtitled, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Original Language)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 117
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: 11212
UPC: 794043112126
EAN: 0794043112126
ASIN: B000W4KT6E
Theatrical Release Date: July 20, 2007
Release Date: November 20, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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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 remake 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 Marsden) 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
Description
It's 1962, and change is in the air in Baltimore. Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, has only one passion--to dance. She wins a spot on the local TV dance program, "The Corny Collins Show" and is transformed overnight from outsider to irrepressible teen celebrity. But can the trendsetting Tracy win the heart of teen-dream Link Larkin and stand up for what she believes in, despite the program's scheming stage manager? All she needs is her best friend Penny, a toe- tappin' beat - and a little HAIRSPRAY!
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 Watch it over and over again April 30, 2008
Such a great movie - I've watched it over and over again!
My only gripe would be the lyric track...I was expecting you could watch the whole movie and then the words come up when there's singing.
However you can only watch the singing scenes while using the lyric track special feature.
good remake April 21, 2008
This is one of the few movies that was just as good as the original. I have both in my collection. John Travolta was a hoot in this movie
Great Family Movie April 21, 2008
I highly recommend this movie. It's a good feel all around selection if you enjoy musicals. Teenagers and parents alike will enjoy this DvD. John Travolta was hilarious. Totally entertaining!!!!!!!!!!
You CAN'T Stop the Beat! April 21, 2008
9 out of 17 found this review helpful
The movie musical Hairspray is a wild romp that leaves you with a song on your lips, tapping toes on your feet, and a big, HUGE smile in your heart. I just wanted to sing and dance along throughout the entire film. (And, to the consternation and mortification of my children, I DID!!!)
The cast commits 250% to their roles, and all have a full out good time, which carries right on through to the audience. Nikki Blonsky, Amanda Bynes, Queen Latifah, John Travolta, Christopher Walken, Michelle Pfeiffer, Brittany Snow, Zac Efron, James Marsden, and Elijah Kelly are all triple threats in this wonderful, feel good film. The dancing, singing, and acting are all excellent.
The heart and soul of this perky film are the simply outstanding production numbers. The clever choreography is fun and peppy, and the highly enjoyable songs are finger-snapping good (you end up humming them for days). The pacing is perfect from beginning to end; you are immediately hooked, and they just reel you right in.
Overall, this is a happy movie where the girl gets the boy, and everybody sings. A good, old fashioned musical. You will be singing and dancing in no time. What fun!
Loved it lots April 12, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Everything about the movie made me want to get up and dance and sing with the people in this film. It feels like everyone on the movie was having a great time and brought their "A" game to this one and it really shows throughout. I'm not normally into this style of movie but i had no problem loving this one from beginning to end. While the movie runs at about 2 hours you won't really notice. I was so engrossed in this that i might just break down and get the soundtrack to it as well.
Also this edition has a 2nd disc with LOADS of features on everything about the movie process from the music to hair, makeup, dancing and just coming up with ideas to make this not a complete copy of the musical or the orignal Hairspray (Ricki Lake, Divine, Ruth Brown and others starred in that one). Its a movie that anyone and everyone in the family can watch nothing to worry about hiding the kids from except maybe the occasional kiss between different characters.
While everyone has fun in this one there's a deeper issue going on in this one and that's the racial prejudice that were evident during that time. With the Corny Collins show (hosted by James Marsden who can sing). Its probably better to just check it out if you haven't already seen the original it was and still is an issue in today's society. I thought it was important to have that in there and keep it true as its something that needed to be touched on even in an overall fun and enjoyable film like this.
Nikki Blonsky, Amanda Bynes, Queen Latifah, John Travolta, Christopher Walken, Michelle Pfeiffer, Brittany Snow, Zac Efron, James Marsden, Elijah Kelly (who all get their chance to shine both singing and dancing) round out an excellent and well acted movie and its worth every penny to purchase and partake in this great movie.
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