"Hairspray" has garnered acclaim from film critics such as Roger Ebert, "The New York Times", and "The Boston Globe", as well as a smaller number of reviews comparing it unfavorably to the Waters original. The film is one of the top picks on Metacritic, with an average of 81 from 37 critics. It scored a 91% "Certified Fresh" approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 220 reviews, also indicating excellent reviews, making it one of 2007's best-reviewed films. The site's consensus states: ""Hairspray" is an energetic, wholly entertaining musical romp; a fun Summer movie with plenty of heart. Its contagious songs will make you want to get up and start dancing". Peter Rainer of "The Christian Science Monitor" named it the 4th best film of 2007. Lou Lumenick of the "New York Post" named it the ninth best film of 2007.