This hairspray will last and last... - Hairspray Reviews

Go see this movie. A good Hairspray should have lasting hold, and this movie will endure, and become a classic. It is everything a movie musical should be. Not all musicals translate to film, but Hairspray not only translates wonderfully, it transcends! I really didn't want to go, but I had some free preview tickets, and by 2 minutes into the movie, I was hooked! The subtle rhythm of the town, car horns and construction banging...Tracy Turnblad riding a garbage truck to school singing "Good Morning Baltimore", it was all put together perfectly. There is something for just about everybody to like in this movie. All the performances were exceptional, especially newcomer Nikki Blonsky and Queen Latifah. Christopher Walken was a delight. When Travolta first appeared on camera, I thought he was going to ruin it all, but as his character came out of her shell, he won me over! He played Edna with all his heart. His duet with Walken (You're Timeless to Me) was both hilarious and moving. The weakest link was Amanda Bynes, but she's so friggin cute, who cares! Her character was supposed to be a ditz anyway. This movie will keep you toe tapping and finger snapping! The songs are well done, with very catchy beats and clever lyrics. Sure, it's bubble gum, but it's GREAT bubble gum! The dialogue is priceless and hilarious, and the message of the movie is clear but never overwhelming. Some of the performances were so fabulous the movie audience was actually applauding as if they were at a concert! Half of the full-house crowd stayed through the credits just to applaud the actor credits and listen to the additional songs in the soundtrack. Go see this movie. One way or another you'll end up seeing it eventually somewhere, because this film will endure, on DVD, cable, etc, so you might as well see it in a nice big theater with a big screen and big sound and a big audience. You'll be glad you did, and this little movie about a big girl deserves a big audience!