DIRTY DANCING STRIKES BACK

by Matthew Regensburger

After ten years, Dirty Dancing is going to be re-released to theaters. I was wondering what reasoning could be found to do this, so I talked to some who went to see it 1987 and asked them a few questions.

The responses were similar. I do have to admit: I was not one of those people who saw it in the theater so long ago.

I talked to one guy, who asked not to be mentioned by name (It was apparent, and he admitted he was afraid his girlfriend would read this), who said that it was a money making deal.

He cited the huge response the Star Wars trilogy received. He also said that he wouldn't go and pay to see it when he could rent it for $.50 (though he may have to pay if his girlfriend decides she wants to see it).

Another guy, Steve, said, "It wasn't that good the first time around.

Why bother to see it again. It isn't like Star Wars where the special effects were remade." He also wasn't interested in paying the high theater prices. Steve said, "I have cable; I can see it just about once a week if I so desire."

Now, on to the ladies. Missy stated that she would like to see it again. She said, "Anything with Patrick Swayze is fine with me. Especially when he is dancing." I asked her how her boyfriend felt about seeing it again. She replied, "Well, I had to see his Star Wars trilogy."

I also talked to Erin about the prospect of seeing Dirty Dancing again. She responded with a huge yes. She said that she bought the movie when it came out on video, but there isn't anything like the silver screen.

Though she did admit she thought it was being re-released because of the huge positive response Star Wars received. But she was thrilled nonetheless.

It appears this is a gender biased questionnaire and no attention should be paid to it. Be your own judge. If you have seen the movie and liked it, see it on the big screen.

I have to agree with Erin, it is always better. But if you saw it and didn't like it the first time around, not much will change.

So, don't waste your time or your money. Now that Dirty Dancing is being re-released, what's next? Beverly Hills Cop?