Forgive me in advance....I saw "Hairspray" tonight...

I know there are probably a dozen or more threads about the movie already here, but I've lost my donor star (for now) and can't search on topics. I'll get that star back at some point, but for now I've gained a tremendous sense of happiness and peace since taking a new job that pays a third of my old salary, so the tradeoff is worth it in my book.

:)

I took my eight-year-old daughter to see the remake of "Hairspray" at the local cinema tonight and I absolutely LOVED that movie. Infectious, feel-good, formulaic and all of that....it was GREAT!!!

Anyone else love it as much as we did?

If I'm way late to the party, links to old threads are much appreciated, if nothing else.

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Actually, except for Radio Lady's review of same, I haven't seen any posts on this topic. It's all Harry Potter around here the past few days.

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I'm surprised there hasn't been more chatter about it here, especially since I know there are a lot of parents here in the DU Lounge who, like me, crave movies like this for their kids.

There is a very strong pro-integration message in the movie, not to mention the underlying theme of the whole film, that anyone can feel good about themself, anyone can make a difference...no matter their size, shape or circumstance in reality.

The singing and dancing in the film are enough to make the Grinch himself tap his foot, and the positive energy of the movie is something that can bond any parent and their child in smiles and hugs when the credits roll. That's what happened in my case, anyway.

Sheesh. Maybe me and Little Scout are the exception to the rule, here. Didn't anyone else see and/or enjoy "Hairspray" in the last few days?

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Here's another thread that mentions Hairspray:

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=6749418

You can see it got lots of replies. :P

edit: and Radio Lady's review, which did get replies.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=6751124

I'm going to stick to this thread, since hers devolved far too quickly - and through no fault of the OP - into stupidity that had nothing to do with the movie.

See the movie. Yes, it is truer to the broadway musical than the original movie (both of which I love). But what the naysayers seem to forget is that John Waters wouldn't have agreed to a cameo if he didn't approve of the film. Rickie Lake, the original Tracy Turnblatt, wouldn't have turned up at the end of this movie as a Phillip Morris agent, if she didn't approve of the film. And talented, thinking actors like Christopher Walken, John Travolta and Queen Latifa wouldn't lend their talents to this project if it wasn't worth at least a look.

This isn't the DU I know. The DU I know is full of real people, not just internet cynics. I don't mind if some scoff at the movie (usually without setting foot in any mainstream cinema in recent memory) but I will be honestly surprised if no one else has seen this gem of a movie. If they - you - have, I'll bet you left smiling, too!

Call me pollyanna, if you must.

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This is, it more and more frequently seems, not the DU you know. This DU sucks rather vigorously, too much of the time.

But I like your analysis, so I guess there's hope.... :D



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Why should it surprise me that we are on the same page on this one? You're just Pollyanna with a jumpsuit and studded cape, Gump.

Thank God there is more than one of us out there, eh?

;)

:D

But my pigtails are cuter than yours.... :P

don't count on it, Gump.

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in any of its incarnations. But, actually, I think I probably will see this version.

I really am learning to dance (see my other post) and I do like musicals, though I often forget that, so I ought to like this one, at least the singing and dancing parts.

Thanks pollyanna :pals:

:D

How nice to see you! Glad your work life is less stressful.

I haven't seen Hairspray yet, but it's on the list!

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Bump "Hairspray" to the top of your list. Please. There is no one among us who couldn't use the boost that this sweet remake offers. And I KNOW you would enjoy it, darlin'!!

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For the rest of you, check your cynicism at the door and enjoy what really could be.

(ok, except for the singing and dancing parts. we might be able to integrate television and accept people of all sizes, but no use holding our breath for a society in which everyone sings like an angel and dances like a showgirl. sheesh!)

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but holding out for the dancing part, at least.

I'm learning to dance. Ballroom, of course. It's no good dancing unless one can do those sweeping across 'the stage' type moves. My long-term goal is to be able to dance through the stores and malls so as to reduce the drudgery and overall greyness of shopping.

Fox trotting through frozen foods. Waltzing with my cart through canned goods. I have to practice twirling the cart, though. Last time, I knocked over a display, and they won't let me shop there any more. :P

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of the world under Bush!

people are dying...and you're playing right into Lindsay Lohan's evil plan...and my candidate's better than yours!

Oops.

Sorry.

I've become acculturated to DU ver. 3.5.... :scared:

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Have you been spending too much time in GD?

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though the Lounge is becoming almost indistinguishable. :o

Some days, that's true!

Southlandshari, I have missed you so much!

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In the meantime, I haven't seen the movie as of yet, but we saw the musical before it went to Broadway. There wasn't one person in their seat during the last song, because they were all too busy dancing in the aisles! I can't wait to see it again!

MWAH, and MWAH to your little angel, too!
Julie

I've been here, there and everywhere. And back again. Trust me.

;)

I've got a good "life has come full circle" kind of story to tell that is best left to PM, so I'll leave my boring details at that in this post.

I will, however, inquire about your life details, boring or otherwise....how ARE you?

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I'm looking forward to hearing how you're doing!

Okay, here's what's up with me: Mr. JulieRB switched jobs, and is quite happy about it. I closed the yarn shop. I've written three single title contemporary romance novels in the past year and a half, and I'm finishing up the fourth. I met with an agent last week that asked me for the full book, so I'm hoping she will want to sign me as a client. We loved each other.

Of course, I am still carrying a torch for America's Hottest Prosecutor. Little does he know that if he only knew me, he'd LOVE me.

Other than that, things are quiet. ;-)

What be new?
Julie

Yes! I loved the movie version of the musical of "Hairspray"!! Such a great, feel-good film for all ages, which is rather an achievement these days.

Seriously, I think I had perma-grin throughout the whole film... Which for me these days is rather miraculous.

Nikki Blonsky was simply perfect as Tracy. And Travolta was really good as Edna. I'm not a Travolta fan by any means, but I kept forgetting it was he who was playing Tracy's mom. The whole cast was spot on, and while I missed some of the more elaborate staging of the musical numbers from the Broadway version, the film is somewhat simplified visually and it works beautifully. This "Hairspray" has earned and deserved every glowing review it has received.

And yes, I am also guilty of tapping toes through the last musical number! ;-)

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um....er....I know I'm not around so much these days, but I'm hoping some of the old-timers around here will tell you not to be a'skeered of me and my effusive e-hugs here...

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Truthfully, I loved your post and the fact that you saw - and genuinely enjoyed - the movie. I thought it was simply spot on in every way. I suppose if I watched it ten times and was given the assignment to critique it's flaws, I could come up with something, but this story (from the original by Waters to Broadway to today's incarnation) was never meant to be something enjoyed only by a few or some exclusive club of the elite. It is a story that does - as it absolutely should - appeal to everyone. Young, old, black, white, fat, skinny and every other demographic out there in which hope still exists.

But there I go being Pollyanna again. I dare any self-proclaimed Grinch to see the film and walk out of the theater with a frown on his or her face.

There. Consider my little old gauntlet...thrown!

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...but if you will http://emuse.ebaumsworld.com/flash/play/681">answer the phone, I promise to tell all!

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You really think I'll fall for that damned bananaphone again?

Uh-uh. No way.

(Ok, ok, I'll watch it.)

Is that the Edwards video?

Would you still like somebody to do a search?

No, not the Edwards video. If you find anything on a search for "Hairspray" I'd be interested, but don't feel obligated in the least. It is just good to see you, T.

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Rocky: No, friends do not owe. They do it because they want to.

Two and three are negative before seeing the new version.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=6751124

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=6711522

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=6676005

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=6749418

I hope some of the armchair analysts in those threads might actually deign to see the movie they so disdainfully disparaged in advance.

But I'm not holding my breath.

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hfojvt....you are one of life's true believers in my book (yes, whether you like it or not, my friend!). I am glad to see you in this thread and around the DU Lounge in general. I'm sorry I'm so scarce, and I hope that you and other long-time friends understand that my distance has nothing to do with a lack of love for the motley lot of you!

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but then you missed my latest naughtiness. :blush:

and here I thought I was one of life's true doubters :evilgrin:

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edit even though I flirt with wh http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=105&topic_id=6753758&mesg_id=6753915

:hi:

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:woohoo:

it's damned good to see ya!!! glad to hear you're enjoying your new job :hug:

Heck, ask me anything about human bones. Or cell tissue. Or nerves. Or...or....or... human anatomy in general.

:D

My study habits aside, I do hope all is well with you, darlin'. Any news? (my inbox is always open...)

You might want to edit your post to excise reference to the following, before Certain People wake up and begin getting out of control:

"Heck, ask me anything about...human anatomy in general."


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County Dem Party meeting tonight to start gearing up for 08

life is good :bounce:

nursing study huh?? good choice :hug:

for liking what you like!

And . . . nice to see you! Hope all is well with you and yours.

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I was apologizing more because I figured there were already a lot of threads out there on this movie (and was surprised that there weren't, truth be told).

It is great to see you!

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I'll be sure he checks out your thread to help my case. :hi:

I said he's a big dork if he won't go see this movie with you!

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(you and I both know he's a big dork anyway, but maybe this little ploy will work, anyhow!)

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Just curious if any of the day crowd has seen this sweet little movie....

:)