Hairspray is a 1988 American comedy musical film directed by John Waters. The movie is set in 1962 Baltimore, Maryland, and tells the story of a chubby teenager named Tracy Turnblad who dreams of dancing on a popular television show called The Corny Collins Show. Despite being mocked for her weight and unconventional looks, Tracy becomes determined to win a spot on the show and stand up for what she believes in - racial integration on the show.

Tracy's journey begins when she sneaks out of school to audition for The Corny Collins Show, and catches the eye of one of the dancers, Link Larkin. She soon becomes a regular on the show and gains popularity, but also becomes aware of the segregation that exists on the show, with black and white dancers only allowed to perform on certain days. Tracy uses her newfound fame to campaign for integration and rallies against the show's producer, Velma Von Tussle, who is determined to keep the show segregated.

The film features a talented cast of actors and actresses, including Ricki Lake as Tracy, Divine as her mother Edna, and Debbie Harry as Velma Von Tussle. It also includes an iconic soundtrack with catchy songs like "Good Morning Baltimore" and "You Can't Stop the Beat." Hairspray was well-received by critics upon its release, and has since become a cult classic and inspired a successful Broadway musical adaptation and a 2007 film remake. The movie's themes of tolerance and inclusivity continue to resonate with audiences today.

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