Plot
1988 film by John Waters
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Why Watch This
Hairspray is a English-language musical film from United States, directed by John Waters. The screenplay is credited to John Waters. The cast features Ricki Lake, Shawn Thompson, Leslie Ann Powers, Michael St. Gerard and Mink Stole, alongside Divine and Jerry Stiller. It runs 92 minutes.
Best For
Music lovers, English cinema lovers, John Waters followers, Ricki Lake fans, Shawn Thompson fans, Quick weeknight watchers
The CinePearl Take
Hairspray is a English film in the musical mould — expect melodies you may find yourself humming afterwards. John Waters directs and the script comes from John Waters. Ricki Lake and Shawn Thompson are among the leads. Made in United States, it is a natural pick for anyone exploring English-language films. At 92 minutes, it keeps a brisk pace.
Cast & Crew
- Director
- John Waters
- Cast
- Ricki Lake, Shawn Thompson, Leslie Ann Powers, Michael St. Gerard, Mink Stole, Divine, Jerry Stiller
- Writer
- John Waters
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