There has been a lot of talk in recent months about songs, movies or books from the past that, from the current point of view, would not exceed the filter of the right. Fat? In the Times of the Shining is an example, what to do in these cases?Do we stop listening to the songs that have accompanied us all our lives, are we boycotting our favorite movie?In this sense few films would escape to be classified as sexist, homophobic or racist, but if we ignore them we will lose some of our history and culture.
Grease has created the trends: you? Looks were imitated and their songs are sung today. Any great commercial success has a consequence, however bad. There are not many films that can take pride in such achievements and have an absolutely immortal soundtrack.
- After seeing him again.
- I was surprised to discover that despite the years.
- He still remembered some dialogues and lyrics of the songs.
- But I was also surprised to discover that this love story was no longer attractive or convincing.
- Perhaps everything we have to do.
- Is to put ourselves in the context of time and place to enjoy it again.
Film, like the arts in general, is subject to standards that are not at all static, Grease was a resounding commercial success in its day and its brand survived for a long time. would not have the same impact and would not escape controversy.
In this article, I decided to give you a second chance; Analyze Grease from today’s perspective to see how tastes, movies and customs have evolved.
Fat is the time, it’s the place, it’s movement. Is it fat we feel?
I hadn’t seen the film in many years, and although I remember almost everything, I didn’t remember that it was so “poor. “The sets and costumes have that nostalgic air that falls in love. harvest in its day. But if we talk about his script, his characters and, in general, his quality, the truth is that the film leaves a lot to be desired.
The story couldn’t be simpler: two teenagers fall in love this summer, they both know that when they finish the holidays, their lives will be separated forever, but Cupid seems to have done his job well and, because of fate, they are. gathered at school.
His first encounter takes place after the summer and Danny shows off his dark side, Sandy is disappointed and the rest belongs to the story. I don’t think it’s necessary to insist any more on your script. From my point of view, the turmoil has been inspired from the beginning and continues throughout the film.
Most actors were over 20 years old and the probability is notable for their absence. Girls wear pink and boys in black, coincidence?I don’t think so. The gender difference is perfectly defined; just listen to the song Summer Nights to understand the intentions: girls are romantic and materialistic, while boys only think about sex.
Grease wanted to be an innocent film, she didn’t mean to offend anyone, she fits perfectly into models that have worked well in her time, which at one point is well accepted, at another it can become offensive or controversial, and Grease is no exception. In its day, you couldn’t talk about deep characters and, today, even less so. The models are obsolete, although, in fact, the fun continues.
One of Grease’s strengths is undoubtedly his soundtrack, unforgettable songs that over the years have filled the dance floors of clubs or parties around the world Who hasn’t imitated Grease Lightning and T-Birds by John Travolta?
I dare say that without its soundtrack, Grease would not have been so successful, we must also add the work of the cast, the chemistry of its protagonists and a John Travolta who had already demonstrated his talent on the track with Saturday Night Fever (1977 ). Captivating and danceable music, colorful décor, retro outfits and romantic comedy; success was assured.
Grease needs her soundtrack to fill the gaps in her script. Music transforms a simple film into a charming film, capable of attracting legions of fans. Now, what if we listen carefully to the lyrics of the songs?From a current perspective. Let’s go back to it, they would hardly go through the filter of political correctness.
A good example of this is seen in the song Beauty School Dropout: Frenchy’s Guardian Angel gives her a series of tips for her to continue her studies. Only occupations that were associated with women at the time are mentioned: shorthand, hairdresser?rhinoplasty and household chores such as sewing or cleaning.
Grease Lightning’s music, on the other hand, is perfectly framed in the world of engines, cars and mechanics. In short, “men’s stuff. “
He’d just save himself. There are worse things I could do, but that’s what we’ll talk about later, if we think, for example, about You, I love you and all that the music scene entails, all we could do is ask ourselves: who, in its good sense, would change everything for love?Nevertheless, I propose that we forget certain moments of the century when we live and enjoy music without thinking too much.
Yes, despite everything I’ve said before, Grease has something innovative, is it extremely innocent, extremely light?But what would you think if I told you we had even more nonsense in the mid-2000s. Remember High School Musical or Camp Rock?
These “diabetic-friendly” movies came to Disney and sold us a commercial. They conquered the tweens and in them, at best, the couple in love held hands.
This was justified by being on the Disney label and focusing on the children’s audience, but still, we didn’t forgive them because even Snow White had her kiss with the prince.
In Grease, the sweetest is Sandy, but the rest of the characters evolve into a more common setting for young people: parties, fun, sex, alcohol, doubts about the future?Grease dares to talk about birth control and teenage pregnancy.
When I saw the film in my childhood (or tyinglescent), Sandy seemed captivating and affectionate; Rizzo, on the other hand, was the antagonist, the petty, unbearable girl who only made the film irritating. The perception of the characters has changed radically. Rizzo pleasantly surprised me and I discovered a much more interesting character than I thought.
Rizzo smokes and is the only girl to lead the group; remember that these actions, until recently, were “a man’s thing. “She is a young independent woman who wants to have fun like children and is therefore punished with games and labels. In the song There are worse things he could do, Rizzo shows us his fears, his insecurities; she also cries and suffers.
Although she does the same as boys, she is criticized for her actions, even though they are heroes. Even men judge her, even though they do the same. Rizzo breaks the stereotype of “woman” a little bit, the way she should be a girl. But, unfortunately, the company was not prepared.
Grease has raised some very interesting questions and, despite its flaws, the set has worked and continues to work, however, if you want to see a really innovative 70s musical, my suggestion is The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
Grease had no intention of breaking anyone’s patterns, I just wanted to make us have a good time and that’s something you can’t argue with, after seeing it again I must say that I enjoyed it, that I had fun and that I had some very interesting moments.
Finally I found the meaning of the flying car at the end, I always thought it was an absurd scene, that broke plausibility, but Grease is a fantasy, a story and, therefore, the magic element serves to remind us that what I just saw is not a real story.
The ending with Vamos together is a cry of joy, youth and desire to live truly contagious, in short, we can continue to enjoy the cinema of the past and, at the same time, objectively learn how our tastes and values have changed. .
Fat is the word.