Hair

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Overview

Milos Forman's adaptation of the tribal rock musical Hair stars John Savage as Claude, a quiet young man from the Midwest who becomes friendly with a group of New York hippies on his way to begin basic training in the military. The repressed Claude is quite taken with Berger Treat Williams and the group of freedom seekers who reside in Central Park. The group encourages Claude to go after a debutante named Sheila Beverly D'Angelo. Legendary choreographer Twyla Tharp masterminded the dances, which attempt to flow ...
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Overview

Milos Forman's adaptation of the tribal rock musical Hair stars John Savage as Claude, a quiet young man from the Midwest who becomes friendly with a group of New York hippies on his way to begin basic training in the military. The repressed Claude is quite taken with Berger Treat Williams and the group of freedom seekers who reside in Central Park. The group encourages Claude to go after a debutante named Sheila Beverly D'Angelo. Legendary choreographer Twyla Tharp masterminded the dances, which attempt to flow from the natural settings of the film. The film includes most of the more famous songs from the original play, including "Donna," "Aquarius," "Easy to Be Hard," "Let the Sunshine In," "Good Morning Starshine," and the title number.
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Editorial Reviews

All Movie Guide - Craig Butler
While a disappointment at the box office, Hair is noteworthy for several reasons, chief among them the fact that it is a surprisingly good adaptation of a play that should have defied translation to the screen. Working with screenwriter Michael Weller, director Milos Forman has taken what on-stage was an atmospheric period piece with no discernible plot and created a coherent story with considerable emotional impact. The talented ensemble cast is of enormous help, especially Treat Williams, John Savage, and Beverly D'Angelo, but what makes the movie is Galt MacDermot's dazzling score -- and choreographer Twyla Tharp's and Forman's interpretation of it. From the camera's dizzying sweep around Ren Woods as she sings "Aquarius" to Savage's drug-induced wedding ballet to the crowded masses surrounding Savage in "Where Do I Go," the songs are staged with that rare combination of confidence and vitality that always mark the best moments in musical films. The sketchiness with which the characters are drawn, a problem arising from the large number of characters and compounded by lyrics that are more pop- than character-driven, damages the film, and many do not respond to its "take" on the 1960s, but overall Hair is a worthwhile and enjoyable film.
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 12/7/1994
  • UPC: 027616133038
  • Original Release: 1979
  • Format: VHS

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
John Savage Claude, Claude Bukowski
Treat Williams Berger
Beverly D'Angelo Sheila
Nicholas Ray The General
Annie Golden Jeannie
Dorsey Wright Hud
Don Dacus Woof
Cheryl Barnes Hud's fiancee
Richard Bright Fenton
Charlotte Rae Party Guest
Miles Chapin Steve
Fern Tailer Sheila's Mother
Charles Deney Sheila's Father
Herman Meckler Sheila's Uncle
Agness Breen Sheila's Aunt
Antonia Rey Berger's Mother
George J. Manos Berger's Father
Linda Surh Vietnamese Girl
Jane Booke Debutante 1
Joe Acord Claude's Father
Michael Jeter Sheldon
Janet York Prison Psychiatrist
Rahsaan Curry Lafayette, Jr.
Harry Gittleson The Judge
Donald Alsdurf The MP
Steve Massicotte Barracks Officer
Mario Nelson Barracks Officer
Ren Woods "Aquarius" soloist
Johanna Baer Dancer
Carolyn Brown Dancer
Grand L. Bush "Flesh Failures"
Nell Carter "Ain't Got No"/"White Boys"
Ronnie Dyson
Ellen Foley "Black Boys"
Leata Galloway "Electric Blues"
Chris Komar Dancer
Hector Mercado Dancer
Melba Moore "3-5-0-0" Soloist
Megan Murphy Dancer
Chuck Patterson "White Boys"
Donna Ritchie Dancer
Byron Utley Dancer
Charlaine Woodard "White Boys"
Ron Young "Old Fashioned Melody"
Galt MacDermot Conductor
Tom Pierson Conductor
Technical Credits
Milos Forman Director
Michael Butler Producer
Robert Greenhut Associate Producer
Alan Heim Editor
Lynzee Klingman Editor
Galt MacDermot Score Composer, Musical Arrangement
Steve Maslow Sound/Sound Designer
Miroslav Ondrícek Cinematographer
Lester Persky Producer
James Rado Score Composer, Songwriter
Ann Roth Costumes/Costume Designer
Twyla Tharp Choreography
Stanley Warnow Editor
Michael Weller Screenwriter
Stuart Wurtzel Production Designer
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  • Posted October 1, 2010

    I Love This Movie Too!

    I saw it live in Hollywood in the late 60's and I was just "blown away" with it. The music, the story, the actors, the sets, everything. I listened to the album for years and know all the songs. This movie is a little different but with ALL the excitment and energy of the stage version. I was so suprised by Treat Williams. John Savage was good and I LOVE Beverly D'Angelo in this! The singing is just right and the dancing is much bigger in this and it just takes you along on the Trip. You've GOT to see this! Nice flash back in time.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    I can watch it over and over

    I love this musical/movie. One of my favorites, Jeanie is the most adorable thing to date. The begginng is the most exhilirating thing to me, makes me want to get up and dance &amp quot which i do sometimes&amp quot . I'm always looking forward to the &amp amp quot Hair&amp amp quot sequence.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    I GOT LIFE

    I LOVE this movie! I know every song and dance by heart. If I'm feeling down -- I'll put this movie on. When Treat Williams dances on the table -- I'm in Love everytime!

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    Posted October 27, 2009

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