Good girl Sandy Olsson and greaser Danny Zuko fell in love over the summer. When they unexpectedly discover they're now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance?Good girl Sandy Olsson and greaser Danny Zuko fell in love over the summer. When they unexpectedly discover they're now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance?Good girl Sandy Olsson and greaser Danny Zuko fell in love over the summer. When they unexpectedly discover they're now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance?
- Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 8 wins & 10 nominations total
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I personally love this movie, however I have been told that you have to be a big fan of musicals to enjoy it. The music is catchy, the dancing is impressive, and the story line is great.
Sandy and Danny meet in California over summer break and fall in love. Little did they know that they would be attending the same high school when going back to school. Both were surprised and excited to see each other, however they were influenced by there friends at school. It is a question throughout the whole film whether or not Danny and Sandy will be able to regain their love.
Sandy and Danny meet in California over summer break and fall in love. Little did they know that they would be attending the same high school when going back to school. Both were surprised and excited to see each other, however they were influenced by there friends at school. It is a question throughout the whole film whether or not Danny and Sandy will be able to regain their love.
I watched this when it was transmitted over Christmas, and then watched in horror as the offended brigade started complaining.
Made in 1978, it's the ultimate feel good film, sure it's over the top, it's absurd, and some of the scenes will have you maybe feeling a bit cringe worthy now, but it still remains a great film.
As a youngster I watched it frequently, it's funny how some films stick with you, could I really believe in most of them as High school students, well I did back then.
It is all about the music, music which is still iconic, and hopefully will be heard at theatres in the not too far off future.
Would you make a film the exact same way now, of course not, is it ok to love a film made back in 1978, yes it sure is.
Watch for the music, ending, and of course John Travolta.
It really is the word. 9/10
Made in 1978, it's the ultimate feel good film, sure it's over the top, it's absurd, and some of the scenes will have you maybe feeling a bit cringe worthy now, but it still remains a great film.
As a youngster I watched it frequently, it's funny how some films stick with you, could I really believe in most of them as High school students, well I did back then.
It is all about the music, music which is still iconic, and hopefully will be heard at theatres in the not too far off future.
Would you make a film the exact same way now, of course not, is it ok to love a film made back in 1978, yes it sure is.
Watch for the music, ending, and of course John Travolta.
It really is the word. 9/10
This play turned movie is one my favorites. It has mostly anything you could ask for. Being a romance, comedy, musical and so much more, makes it unique. John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Stockard Channing, Didi Cohn, Jeff Conaway and so many more make this an all-star hit. This movie well illustrates what the 50s was all about. I must say, anyone who thinks its ovverrated or anything else bad must've not really thought and seen how amazing this classic is. I will keep and treasure my 20th anniversary DVD to share with my children, my children's children, and so on. The vocals in this film are outstanding, with the breath-taking voice of Olivia Newton-John, and John Travolta's rock numbers. Its a timeless hit that will have people enjoying it throughout the ages.
I will admit I didn't like "Grease" very much at one point, but like some other musicals, it has grown on me. It is just a fun film, yes with some corny dialogue and some slow moments, but the performances, choreography and songs more than make up for any misgivings. I like how "Grease" is filmed, the cinematography is smooth, and the costumes are lovely to look at. The script has some nice raunchy humour, if a little corny at times. Also there is a nice compelling story in general, even if it is slow in spots. The performances are of high energy. John Travolta, is it just me or wasn't he really sexy here? I thought Tim Curry was sexy in "Rocky Horror Picture Show" but Travolta's Danny who swivels his hips like Elvis brings a different kind of sexiness as well as acting like a tough kid, which he isn't really. Olivia Newton-John, dressed in whites and creams looks beautiful and is appealing as Sandy, she is almost unrecognisable in the final musical number. Stockard Channing provides a voluptuous contrast as Betty Rizzo, and does it with swagger. What makes this movie enjoyable are the song and dance numbers. I wasn't keen on the songs when I first saw the film seven years ago, but as I have been re watching the film over the years, like the film they have really grown on me. "Summer Nights", "Hopelessly Devoted to You", "Grease Lightening" and "We Go Together" are classics. Overall, this film is fun, you mayn't like it first time, but if you give it another chance it could well grow on you. 8/10 Bethany Cox
Despite what others say about it, I really do dig this movie. You can't fail to like the songs, especially Grease and Summer Nights. The characters will live on forever. I saw a reunion show on TV recently, and you can tell this movie was as much fun to watch as it was to make. A classic in all aspects!
'Grease' Anniversary Mashup
'Grease' Anniversary Mashup
Take a look back at scenes from the beloved film, starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton John.
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Did you know
- TriviaRizzo's hickeys were real. Stockard Channing said in an interview that Jeff Conaway insisted on applying them himself.
- GoofsWhen Danny and Sandy are dancing near the end of "Rock and Roll is Here to Stay", a briefly visible scoreboard says either "Presented by class of 1971" or "Presented by class of 1974".
- Crazy creditsThe ending credits show actors' names to the side of mock-up yearbook pages featuring various characters from the movie.
- Alternate versionsA "pan & scan" version was broadcast on Spanish Castilian TV showing the movie cropped to 1.85:1 and only musical numbers (and credits) were shown in its original 2.35:1.
- ConnectionsEdited into Yoostar 2: In the Movies (2011)
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- Release date
- Country of origin
- Official site
- Language
- Also known as
- Vaselina
- Filming locations
- Production companies
- See more company credits at IMDbPro
Box office
- Budget
- $6,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $190,071,103
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $8,941,717
- Jun 18, 1978
- Gross worldwide
- $396,271,103
- Runtime1 hour 50 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Dolby Stereo(35 mm prints, original release)
- 70 mm 6-Track(70 mm prints, original release)
- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1
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