description Hairspray Overview
Hairspray is a 2007 film adaptation of John Waters’ earlier work. The movie centers around Tracy Turnblad, a plus-size teenager in 1960s Baltimore who dreams of dancing on the popular television show “The Corny Collins Show.” It gained attention for its energetic musical numbers and celebration of inclusivity within a specific cultural context. This film is primarily for audiences interested in classic musicals, teen romance stories, and films with a distinctive comedic style.
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info Hairspray Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2007 |
help Hairspray FAQ
Why does Tracy Turnblad want to join The Corny Collins Show?
Tracy loves dancing and wants a place among the show's teenage performers despite being rejected for her size. After earning a spot, she uses her visibility to challenge the program's racial segregation.
Why is Edna Turnblad played by John Travolta?
Casting a man as Edna continues a tradition established when Divine played the character in John Waters' 1988 film. John Travolta performs the role in the 2007 musical alongside Christopher Walken as Wilbur Turnblad.
How is the 2007 Hairspray connected to the Broadway musical?
The film adapts the stage musical that opened on Broadway in 2002, which was itself based on John Waters' 1988 movie. Songs retained for the screen include "Good Morning Baltimore," "You Can't Stop the Beat," and "Welcome to the 60's."
Who plays Tracy, Link, and Penny in the 2007 film?
Nikki Blonsky made her feature-film debut as Tracy Turnblad, Zac Efron plays Link Larkin, and Amanda Bynes plays Penny Pingleton. Queen Latifah appears as Motormouth Maybelle, whose record shop becomes central to the integration campaign.
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