Review of Hairspray (1988) by Virtuous W — 27 Jul 2008

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This review of Hairspray (1988) was written by Virtuous W on 27 Jul 2008.

Hairspray has generally received positive reviews.

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By John S (2,711) on 16 Jan 2013

The original Hairspray. I just saw this movie recently and I got to say I love John Waters dark, dirty humor and stories. A really good movie…

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By Greg S (1,081) on 22 Feb 2014

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By Becka S (13) on 01 Nov 2012

Great movie, great music; its all great. Ricki Lake shines…

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By Kevin W (755) on 02 Jan 2013

What a great movie. I wanna watch the new one with John Travolta thats gotta be funny…

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The original music classic classic set in the heart of Maryland Baltimore…

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Another good film from the King of Kitsch…

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By Alec B (1,705) on 23 May 2013

Classic Hit! Although I must say the musical version was also just as good if not better…

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By Rod E (628) on 11 Jan 2013

John Water's original is pretty good…

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