GREASE is the word.|Jul. 07, 1978|United States|110 Min.|PG
Genre: Comedy;Romance
Description: The 1978 film *Grease* follows a heartwarming yet dramatic love story set in the vibrant 1950s. During the summer of 1958, Danny Zuko, a local boy, and Sandy Olsson, a girl on vacation, meet at the beach and fall in love. As summer ends, Sandy fears their separation when she returns to Australia, but Danny reassures her it’s just the beginning of their story.
At the start of Danny’s senior year at Rydell High School, he takes on his role as the leader of the T-Birds, a greaser gang that includes his best friend Kenickie and others like Doody, Sonny, and Putzie. Meanwhile, the Pink Ladies, a group of greaser girls led by Rizzo, along with Frenchy, Marty, and Jan, also make their presence known.
Sandy’s parents decide to stay in the U.S., and she enrolls at Rydell, befriending Frenchy, who plans to drop out of school to pursue a career as a beautician. Unaware of each other’s presence at the school, Danny and Sandy share their summer romance experiences with their respective groups, though their versions differ—Sandy’s highlights the romance, while Danny’s emphasizes physical attraction.
When Sandy finally mentions Danny’s name, Rizzo arranges a surprise reunion, but Danny’s cool demeanor in front of his friends upsets Sandy, leading her to storm off. Later, at a pajama party hosted by Frenchy, Sandy falls ill after seeing blood when Frenchy pierces her ears. While Sandy is away, Rizzo mocks her. During this time, Sandy reflects on her love for Danny despite his hurtful actions.
The T-Birds attempt to reconcile with Sandy, but Danny leaves after being teased by his friends. Meanwhile, Rizzo and Kenickie face complications when their encounter is interrupted by Leo, the leader of their rival gang, the Scorpions, and his girlfriend Cha-Cha.
The film blends romance, drama, and nostalgia, capturing the essence of teenage love and the challenges of growing up in the 1950s.
Cast director: Randal Kleiser
Cast actor: John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Stockard Channing, Jeff Conaway, Barry Pearl, Michael Tucci, Kelly Ward, Didi Conn, Jamie Donnelly, Dinah Manoff
Original name: Grease