Finally on DVD

Rating: 10/10 (17 February 2003)

I grew up in the 1980's. So, for me, 80's music, shows and movies are nostalgic. I think this is one reason I really love this movie. I loved it when I saw it the first time and now I own it on DVD. This movie is uplifting, charming, and has the best ending to a film I have ever seen. The music makes the whole movie work. It is almost like the movie was created to go around the music.
Jennifer Beals plays a lonely, attractive, yet scared 18-year-old woman, even though she acts much older. She is mature, intelligent, strong, and full of life. Any man, including myself, would go gaga for a woman like this. But, most importantly, she chases her dream. It is this part of the movie that I feel captures the entire film. The main character, as well as other side characters, chase their dreams even though they are all scared to death of failure. Some of them do fail but some succeed in varying degrees. They all chase what they want out of life and that is truly the message of the movie. The ending you will have to witness for yourself but every time I see it I get goose bumps. It makes me feel like I can do anything I put my mind to. Excellent film. Highly recommended.