Pfeiffer--perfectly obnoxious...the list goes on.The candy colored costumes and thrilling choreography were so enjoyable, and even the more serious parts of the film though there are very few! were touching and sincere.The only thing I wished had been included was the song "Mama I'm a Big Girl Now." While it would have been a great addition, other big song and dance numbers carried the film along just fine.I caught myself smiling like a buffoon more than once. A must see for musical lovers--or anyone who just likes to have a good time.

played wonderfully by Nikki Blonsky .The musical numbers are fantastic, and while there's less of an emphasis on the dancing which was a big part of the original film, it doesn't detract from the wonder of the musical sequences.Other differences is the take on the individual characters. Whereas Ricki Lake's Tracy was brash and confident, Blonsky's Tracy is more subdued. John Travolta, as Edna gives the character the sensitivity that wasn't evident in Divine's portrayal.Although still done in connection with John Waters, it does lack Waters edginess, making an already mainstream Waters film even more mainstream for family audiences. However, the cast and the direction more than makes up for this.

Velma although her singing was the weakest of the movie . Queen Latifah was PERFECT in this role, got to love her! The story lines altered from the stage show some don't worry I won't spoil anything . But the differences were not distracting; the movie still made wonderful sense and had a great flow. Although I was bummed that several songs were cut, the ones that were kept in were sensational. Of special note were "I Can Hear the Bells," "Welcome to the 60's," "I Know Where I've Been," and "Without Love." These movie musicals just keep getting better and better. I can't wait for Sweeny Todd this Christmas!!!

on your funny bone. Even the set dressing gets laughs!This is the movie musical that Grease, Rent and Dreamgirls should have been.Bravo!

review, but for now I will offer one bold prediction: John Travolta will be the surprise winner of the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for his remarkably sweet, funny and straightforward portrayal of Edna!

perfect. The entire film a delight. I thing this film is going to get lost amongst the big summer blockbusters. The test audience I was with enjoyed it, clapped a lot, cheered and seemed to be having a ton of fun. It's a lot lighter than Chicago and Dreamgirls, just to compare it to recent movie musicals.

religious zealots, figures of authority and WASPs. The satire is white hot Alison Janney steals every scene she is in , the music catchy, the movie's spirit is irreverent.I had no problems with the cast and their performances. John Travolta isn't bad and when he gets his chances to dance he's great fun. Christopher Walken and Travolta have a song and dance number duet that rates among the best moments of the film and isn't to be missed. Queen Latifah adds some dignity and balance while Michelle Pfeiffer plays a terrific screen villainess. Amanda Bynes has few lines to deliver but gives perfect comic deadpan when she does for excellent comic effect. Keep a sharp eye out for the hilarious John Waters cameo during the opening number.Of recent major movie musicals, this is easily better than 'The Producers,' better comedy and music and last year's 'Dreamgirls' weaker songs but better pacing and strong beyond the first half . Although it doesn't have the star power or scale, I also prefer it to 'Chicago' -- 'Hairspray' takes itself less seriously and not many movies have me laughing and smiling from start to finish. If you're looking for a little pure counter-culture escapist fun, 'Hairpsray' is your movie.

were playing husband and wife in a musical and when are we going to see that again. Their moments together are, how can I put it? Nice, very nice. Nikki Blonsky inherits Riki Lake's oversize heroine with gusto and lots of energy. Allison Jenney, as usual, steals every moment she's in. Alas, far too few, and John Waters plays a quick cameo as a Baltimore flasher. What else do you want out of life.

out at the end because she didn't' look much different. That said... the movie was still fabulous. The music, the dancing, the singing. All wonderful. Nikki Blonsky has a set of pipes on her and Queen Latifah was great as usual. While some songs from the musical were cut, some new ones were added. "Ladies Choice" sung by Zac Efron was a great addition. Also kudos for the John Waters and Ricki Lake cameos, too!