Girls Just Want to Have Fun (DVD)

There are some ridiculously amusing things to look out for when watching a movie that has been made in the 80's- bad hair, terrible fashion and seriously cheesy music. Girls Just Want To Have Fun manages to encompass all of these things-with some cringe-worthy dance moves to boot! Janey Glenn (Sarah Jessica Parker) has just moved to Chicago, after years of travelling the world due to her father's work in the army. On her first day at an all-girls Catholic high school, Janey is made to stand at the front of the class and introduce herself. As she gushes about her love of dance, she soon catches the attention of Lynne Stone (Helen Hunt), and the two become firm ...  Read the complete review

Janey Glenn is delighted when her family, who have constantly moved around the world, finally settle in Chicago - all the more so because she loves the local radio station 'Dance TV'. When Janey and fellow schoolgirl Lynne Stone hear about the competition that Dance TV is holding, they know they have to enter. And although Lynne doesn't get through the auditions, Janey is offered a place in the finals, partnering the gorgeous Jeff. But Janey's father is very strict and refuses to let her take part. On top of that, Jeff takes an instant dislike to Janey and there is another girl in the competition who is determined to use her connections to win. Will Janey manage to hold ...  Read the complete review