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This version of Gatsby came with the best of intentions--to remain as close to the novel as possible. It did so, but that, in my opinion, was its downfall. This movie is an authentic, but drab, adaptation.
I've read the book on many occasions. As a reader, I am fascinated by this Fitzgerald masterpiece. Something new and exciting catches my attention every time.
In a movie, however, I'm looking for all the frills that came with the 1974 version: An all-star cast; an expensive, elaborate set; never-ending excitement, and a feeling that the movie ended too soon.
To those who enjoyed this version: Please rent 1974's. Whether or not you agree with my point of view--I think you will understand its basis.
I've read the book on many occasions. As a reader, I am fascinated by this Fitzgerald masterpiece. Something new and exciting catches my attention every time.
In a movie, however, I'm looking for all the frills that came with the 1974 version: An all-star cast; an expensive, elaborate set; never-ending excitement, and a feeling that the movie ended too soon.
To those who enjoyed this version: Please rent 1974's. Whether or not you agree with my point of view--I think you will understand its basis.
"Runaway Bride," a light and lively, squeaky-clean, romantic-comedy gets a '9'. I have to agree that the last 15-minutes are questionable, but the film is a winner.
As a New York transplant, I 'bought' R.G.'s portrayal of super-stressed, sarcastic, New York reporter Ike Graham. I was not convinced that his acting, in this particular film, was responsible for that. I would be more inclined to link it to Gere's outspoken, public personality. Nevertheless, it worked.
Julie was great as 'been-around country girl' Maggie Carpenter (though those of us who indeed suffer with panic/anxiety disorders might argue that their seriousness was underplayed). She obviously put a lot of work into this role, and that, too, worked.
Joan's portrayal of Maggie's cousin Peggy was highly complimentary. 'Dad', 'Grammie', 'Ellie' and 'Fisher' were warm, human touches (some of us can distinguish this movie from "Pretty Woman"), and 'Betty Trout' added considerably to small town reality. The only character I had a problem with was 'Bob', who was simply too unrealistic.
About those last 15 minutes:
Should editing have struck them, and allowed us all to call it a day? Not in my opinion. The last 15 minutes were vital to this film because the main characters had not changed enough. They needed to learn more about themselves, and about each other.
Rent this one! You can't go wrong with a Garry Marshall.
As a New York transplant, I 'bought' R.G.'s portrayal of super-stressed, sarcastic, New York reporter Ike Graham. I was not convinced that his acting, in this particular film, was responsible for that. I would be more inclined to link it to Gere's outspoken, public personality. Nevertheless, it worked.
Julie was great as 'been-around country girl' Maggie Carpenter (though those of us who indeed suffer with panic/anxiety disorders might argue that their seriousness was underplayed). She obviously put a lot of work into this role, and that, too, worked.
Joan's portrayal of Maggie's cousin Peggy was highly complimentary. 'Dad', 'Grammie', 'Ellie' and 'Fisher' were warm, human touches (some of us can distinguish this movie from "Pretty Woman"), and 'Betty Trout' added considerably to small town reality. The only character I had a problem with was 'Bob', who was simply too unrealistic.
About those last 15 minutes:
Should editing have struck them, and allowed us all to call it a day? Not in my opinion. The last 15 minutes were vital to this film because the main characters had not changed enough. They needed to learn more about themselves, and about each other.
Rent this one! You can't go wrong with a Garry Marshall.
What a disappointment; and I waited, impatiently, for this movie to come out. Every Richard Dreyfuss film I've seen deserved (very close to) a '10'--and Jenna Elfman was great on TV as 'Dharma' (and more recently in some TV movies)--but this movie was just plain lousy. Fortunately, each of the main characters remained respected actors after this flop.
The plot in "Kripendorf's Tribe" was totally ridiculous, and I couldn't even manage to get one laugh out of the entire film. The idea of inventing a bogus tribe--and of filming his yard while dressed as a member of that tribe--yuk! I couldn't wait for this movie to end--and that is quite unusual for me.
In my opinion, this film is "flap-stick" in nature--totally not my kind of flick. It may be enjoyable to some children, but it was not for mine.
Save your money, don't even rent this waste of time!
The plot in "Kripendorf's Tribe" was totally ridiculous, and I couldn't even manage to get one laugh out of the entire film. The idea of inventing a bogus tribe--and of filming his yard while dressed as a member of that tribe--yuk! I couldn't wait for this movie to end--and that is quite unusual for me.
In my opinion, this film is "flap-stick" in nature--totally not my kind of flick. It may be enjoyable to some children, but it was not for mine.
Save your money, don't even rent this waste of time!