Grease [DVD] [1978]

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White points out that Grease is a mix of the musical, romcom and teen-movie genres that traditionally appeal to female audiences. It also offers a readily relatable ensemble of characters who aren’t just minor twists on the usual archetypes. There’s one character in particular, though, who provides the beating heart of the movie, and it isn’t Danny or Sandy. Louisa Lytton starred in the revival of the stage version of Grease, which toured the UK for much of 2017. “They asked me originally if I wanted to go in and sing for Sandy and I thought, I kind of always play that girl-next-door role,” she recalls. “I thought, I’d really like to go for Rizzo. Growing up watching the film, she’s most people’s favourite character and, in my mind she has the best song.” Getlen, Larry (July 4, 2010). "Tales of Ancient 'Grease' ". New York Post. Archived from the original on May 5, 2012 . Retrieved April 27, 2012. Photo Galleries– A selection of four different photo galleries, consisting of: "Rydell High Year Book", "Production", "Premiere", and "Grease Day". The images are navigated using one's remote control. a b "Year End Charts—Year-end Albums—The Billboard 200". Billboard.com. Archived from the original on December 11, 2007 . Retrieved December 20, 2010. On May 15, 2020, it was announced that CBS, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS, which also owns Paramount, would air this version of the film on June 7, 2020, which was to be the date of the 74th Tony Awards, which was postponed indefinitely due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. [71] Prequel [ edit ]

Greatest Musicals: Channel 4 Film". Channel4.com. Archived from the original on May 19, 2009 . Retrieved March 29, 2017. Film locations for Grease (1978)". Movie-locations.com. Archived from the original on November 16, 2012 . Retrieved October 30, 2012. The biggest difference between this version of the movie and the old Blu-ray is the huge color boost given to the film. I'm sure if we asked Paramount or those who worked on this transfer, they'd tell us that the new colors represent how the original negative looked, but it does appear that they've tinkered with the image a bit more than that – providing an amp up in color that the original movie never intended or captured on camera. How does the movie look? Well, it does indeed pop with bright colors, particularly when compared to the rather subdued and slightly darker rendering of the 2009 Blu-ray release (comparisons can be seen in the screenshots I've provided with this review). a b c d e f g Callahan, Michael (January 26, 2016). "How Grease Beat the Odds and Became the Biggest Movie Musical of the 20th Century". Vanity Fair . Retrieved June 4, 2021. a b Kit, Borys (April 9, 2019). " 'Grease' Prequel 'Summer Lovin '' in the Works With John August Writing (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on April 10, 2019 . Retrieved April 9, 2019.Grease (1978)". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. July 7, 1978. Archived from the original on October 10, 2014 . Retrieved September 1, 2021. WOULFE, MOLLY (January 2, 2009). " 'Grease' has deep, dark Chicago roots". nwitimes.com . Retrieved October 20, 2021. a b c Windeler, Robert (July 31, 1978). "Ohh Sandy! – Olivia Newton-John". People. Archived from the original on December 2, 2008 . Retrieved November 10, 2008. Myers, Justin (June 14, 2018). "The UK's biggest selling singles of all time". Official Charts Company. Archived from the original on June 24, 2018 . Retrieved April 26, 2021.

On August 17, 2009, a television series inspired by the film premiered in Venezuela. The series was produced and directed by Vladimir Perez. The show explores and expands on the characters and story from the film. [77] [78] The 51st Academy Awards (1979) Nominees and Winners". Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Archived from the original on October 17, 2014 . Retrieved October 31, 2011. Rydell Sing-Along– A karaoke version of the movie, with lyrics provided so you can channel your inner John Travolta and/or Olivia Newton-John. Also given here is the option to jump to any one of the film's 11 songs. Missing? The theme song, "Grease" – come on! Topel, Fred (May 15, 2020). " 'Grease Sing-A-Long' airing June 7 on CBS". UPI. Archived from the original on May 15, 2020 . Retrieved May 15, 2020.BFI Statistical Yearbook (PDF) (2012ed.). London: British Film Institute. 2013. pp. 22. Archived (PDF) from the original on December 28, 2013 . Retrieved July 11, 2022.

As for this new 40th Anniversary release, you'll want to review our specs coverage below to decide if this one is worth adding to your collection. As noted, if you don't already own the movie, this release is certainly worth your consideration. As for the film itself, it's still a blast to watch and – after all these years - Grease is still very much the "word". The film was ranked number 21 on Entertainment Weekly 's list of the 50 Best High School Movies. [61] [62] Home media [ edit ]

Grease movie review & film summary (1998)". RogerEbert.com. March 27, 1998. Archived from the original on December 2, 2019 . Retrieved January 31, 2020. Erlewine, Michael (1997). All music guide to country: the ... Hal Leonard Corporation. ISBN 9780879304751. Archived from the original on April 27, 2021 . Retrieved August 13, 2010.