Written
July 23, 2007
Hairspray is GROOOVY!! Two HIP Thumbs Up!!
I was pleasantly surprised at how good this movie was! I was impressed with the plethora of authentic props, clothing, cars, etc. (would love to know how/where they obtained so many of the same early-60's desks in the classroom scenes!) Anyone who lived through the 60's and/or knows the history of that time--in addition to the history/trivia of "Hairspray" itself--will particularly enjoy the surprise cameos sprinkled throughout, as well! (Keep an eye out for the flasher in the beginning...look familiar?) Other "little" things, such as a particular dance move "Mrs. Turnblatt" uses, will get nods by fans of Travolta. I'd heard this was 1 movie worth seeing again, and I wholeheartedly agree! While this flick can easily be passed off as a light-hearted, "feel good" movie of summer '07, I believe it's actually a very important film, as well, because of the strong message it relays--particularly for the young people of today (who did not LIVE through segregation). GO SEE IT! :-)
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