1988, Comedy

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Few films burst with as much joy, color, and irresistible rhythm as Hairspray. This crowd-pleasing musical, directed by Adam Shankman and based on John Waters’ cult classic, is pure feel-good entertainment from its first beat to its final bow.

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Set in 1960s Baltimore, the story follows Tracy Turnblad’s big dreams, bigger hair, and even bigger heart as she dances her way onto local TV—and stands up for integration along the way. The cast is electric, with standout turns from John Travolta, Queen Latifah, and Zac Efron, while the soundtrack is packed with infectious, toe-tapping numbers. Also on the bill Sonny Bono & Debbie Harry 

 

Hairspray becomes a shared celebration. It’s bright, funny, and uplifting, the kind of movie that sends audiences out smiling and maybe even dancing down the sidewalk.

1978, Documentary/Music

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Seventeen years after joining forces as the backing band for rockabilly cult hero Ronnie Hawkins, Canadian roots rockers The Band call it quits with a lavish farewell show at San Francisco's Winterland Ballroom on Nov. 25, 1976. Filmed by Martin Scorsese, this documentary features standout performances by rock legends such as Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, Joni Mitchell and Muddy Waters, as well as interviews tracing the group's history and discussing road life