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Laugh at me if you must, but this really is the movie of the summer. This is the Grease of the new millenium. If you don't believe me, go see it for yourself!

Anybody who knows me knows that I don't become overly obsessive about movies, books, bands, etc. Sure, I will love a certain movie, but does that mean I buy all of the memoribilia? No! Not that there's ANYTHING wrong with that, I have just never been that person. People, listen to me. I am obsessed with Hairspray. I have seen it three times in the theater, and every time I have had a hard time taking my eyes off of the screen. I know you're thinking, "No way, it's not that good". At first, I was a little afraid that this movie wouldn't live up to my high standards that I had set for it. I saw it at the 7:00 (basically) premiere, with a bunch of crazy musical finatics with matching t-shirts. Was I a little afraid of what I was getting into? Definately. Did this movie let me down? Not in any way, shape, or form. In fact, it exceeded any and all expectations I had. But enough about how much I loved it. Let me give a few reasons why this movie is an absolute must-see.

1. The amazing cast. Keep in mind, I hate Amanda Bynes-- I think she's annoying. But she did a good job in this movie, amazingly. Nikki Blonsky (Tracy) is absolutely perfect for her role. Where did she come from??? Christopher Walken is hilarious. Michelle Pfeiffer and Brittany Snow play villian roles with "pizazz", I guess that's the word I'm looking for? Zac Efron, America's new teen idol, plays a great teenage girl sensation (what else is new?). Queen Latifah has got the voice, and the attitude. John Travolta as a woman... some scoff, but he really was great. I mean, how many actors pull that off?? James Marsden is my new love, he's cute and a good actor. He plays a great Corny Collins. Elijah is also great, although I have never heard of him before. The cast just... works.

2. The music. Yes, it is a musical. Some may cringe, while some may cheer, but except for a few select musical numbers, Hairspray's pace moves quickly, unlike some more recent film versions of musicals. The movie has a great soundtrack, one that will really get you dancing. And hopefully you won't get pregnant. It's a real toe-tapper.

3. The story-line(s). There are actually a few story-lines going on, which all tie in successfully. Obviously, the main story is the one of Tracy, the joyous slightly over-weight girl who wants to follow her dreams of dancing on the Corny Collins Show. What's surprising here is that, since the movie's set in the 1960's, it has major racialv themes throughout. And then, of course, there's all that icky love stuff. There's a little something for everybody.

4. The set/costumes. I love the 60's, and I love movies about the 60's. So of course I loved the big hair and brightly colored clothes!

5. The fact that there are really funny parts of the movie. When I first saw this movie, I had no idea it would be as funny as it was. I was expecting a happy, smiley movie with lots and lots of musical numbers. Little did I know that I was going to laugh out loud many, many times... and continue laughing the second two times I see it as well. Christopher Walken is hilarious. If you are a guy and are considering seeing it, see it. There really are funny parts, and I know four (Yes, FOUR) guys who admitted to liking Hairspray. (Four out of Four, by the way.)

Go see it. Right now!