A Classic Film That Almost Everyone Loves

Rating: 8/10 (10 April 2017)

In 1978 Hollywood seem to be the best year of produced movies since in 1939. Many films in 1978 became templates for their genres that later other films copied. Films released in 1978 include "Animal House", "Magic", "The Boys from Brazil", "Dawn of the Dead", "Superman: The Movie", "Heaven Can Wait", "Foul Play", "Invasion of the Body Snatchers", "Every Witch Way But Loose" "Halloween" and "Grease".
All the above films still are still popular. They all sell millions of dollars worth of DVD Sales each year. "Grease" of course out sells them all.
In case you didn't know the story "Grease" is the story of "Danny and Sandy". They are both crazy for each other and yet they are polar opposites. The catchy score has now produced classic tunes. If you missed out on the original theatrical release that is sad. The film had such a high energy level that you left the movie theater wanting to sing.
The major criticism about the film was that "They all looked too old to still be in high school". Well that is true but I would rather see talented performers playing roles than untalented age apposite actors.
This film is family safe but today the film would be rated PG-13. There is some very adult jokes in the film but, it will go over most children's head (and some adults).
My complaint about the film is that it has never had a great Blu- release. Yes there has been releases that had "Deleted scenes" but not all of them. There is still plenty of deleted footage that has never been released and I would love to see them.
I would also love to see a documentary that explores the making of the film. There has been one done and released but it wasn't interesting.