Monday, June 4, 2012

Movie Recommendation of the Week: "Saturday Night Fever" (1977)

My movie recommendation of the week:

Saturday Night Fever (1977)
Directed by John Badham
Starring: John Travolta, Karen Lynn Gorney, Barry Miller, Paul Pape, Joseph Cali and Donna Pescow


"Travolta plays Tony Manero, a Brooklyn paint-store clerk who'd give anything to break out of his dead-end existence. In life, Tony is a peasant; on the disco dance floor, he's a king. As the soundtrack plays one Bee Gees hit after another (including "Stayin' Alive"), we watch white-suited Tony strut his stuff amidst flashing lights and sweaty, undulating bodies. Tony's class aspirations are mirrored in his relationship with his dance partner, Stephanie (Karen Lynn Gorney), a secretary eager to move into the glamorous world of Manhattan."


Travolta is a great actor and after watching this film, I can see why he was nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal of Tony Manero. He was fantastic. Of course, the dancing and soundtrack have to be mentioned because both are awesome! Don't go into it expecting a happy disco dancing film because it actually has some depressing and dark scenes, but other than that, great film.

I noticed that the sequel, Staying Alive (1983), is available on Instant Netflix. I know I'll end up watching it, but I'm a little hesitant because of some reviews I read, but it's always good to see something despite the bad reviews and have your own opinion on a film.

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