John Travolta dedicates himself to his dancing and character, fitting the role with a graceful ease.
The lighting is perfect at creating the "disco world", the set-piece of the 2001 Disco is one of the film's many iconic highlights. Infamously holding some of the greatest dance sequences ever committed film you can feel the energy, emotions, time and determination that were spent perfecting the dance scenes to the finest detail. It remains one of the most influential films for both the film-world and pop-culture. Saturday Night Fever still carries the vibe, rhythm and atmosphere it did back in '77. Just take a look at the brief scene where Tony is on the tube, this is an oddly poignant, effecting and compelling scene presenting Tony's confused emotions. This captures the realism of the time and with more accuracy and honesty than a lot of films. There are also the elements of jealously, rivalry, religion, rebellion, respect and racism added into the film. Although both have their differences, both are very alike and ultimately want to be something "big".
The film is not always upbeat and at times can be depressing, particularly the scenes depicting peer-pressure. Quickly becoming attracted and influenced by the women he starts questioning the way he lives his life. He soon meets an arrogant fellow dancer named Stephanie Mangano (Karen Lynn Gorney). Saturday Night Fever follows self-proclaimed "dance king" Tony Manero (John Travolta) and his love of dancing and the trials and tribulations of his life in the Bronx. Though at times it is slightly exaggerated, it still manages to capture a vast amount of authenticity and ultimately the sights and sounds of the time. Yet, behind all the music and entertaining aura you are actually viewing a drama studying the American class system and young rebellion. It is undoubtedly the quintessential dance flick and remains one of the most entertaining films of all-time. “Night Fever” then reigned the charts for eight weeks, before Elliman’s version of “If I Can’t Have You” took the top spot.Although it may seem dated and cheesy to some viewers today Saturday Night Fever remains one of the most underrated examples of '70s pop-culture. The Bee Gees were usurped by their youngest brother, Andy Gibb, with his hit, “Love is Thicker Than Water,” which Barry Gibb co-wrote with Andy. The string began with “Stayin’ Alive,” which remained at no. With this album, Barry Gibb achieved the unique honor of penning four consecutive number one hits. The Bee Gees and composer David Shire earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Score, and the Bee Gees were a contender for Best Original Song with “How Deep Is Your Love?” The album became the biggest selling soundtrack of all time and racked up more awards at the Grammys, including the coveted Album of the Year in 1979. It was added to the National Recording Registry in the Library of Congress in 2012 for its significance. To call this album a cultural behemoth would practically be an understatement. and the Sunshine Band’s “Boogie Shoes.” Additionally, you’ll find two previous Bee Gees hits on this release: “Jive Talkin'” from Main Course (1975), and “You Should Be Dancing” from Children of the World (1976). The album contains numerous other pop hits, including Kool & The Gang’s “Open Sesame,” and K.C. The Bee Gees wrote several songs for the now iconic soundtrack, including the instantly recognizable hit “Stayin’ Alive,” “Night Fever,” “How Deep Is Your Love?”, and “More than a Woman.” They also penned “If I Can’t Have You,” which was performed by Yvonne Elliman. The film Saturday Night Fever (1977) followed Tony Manero (John Travolta), a young Italian-American man who becomes a fixture in the nightclub scene of 1970s New York.
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