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Summary: A "love found and lost" movie unlike any ever made
Review: "I love you Alyssa, I always will, because of who you are and what you've meant to me." ~ Affleck's character to Adam's
I love Kevin Smith, and I admit it right now that I am a Jay and Silent Bob fanatic! I first discovered Kevin Smith seeing Chasing Amy, and later learned of Clerks and Mallrats, which came out before Chasing Amy, and ran out and bought them before seeing them for the first time, I was not dissapointed however. No matter how much I love all the Kevin Smith movies Chasing Amy will always be my favorite Smith film, even with the release of Dogma and the more recent Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. The story line and characters make Chasing Amy a hit because its unline any movie anyone has ever seen. I mean, come on, how many movies have you seen where the basic plot is a lesiban becoming stright when she meets the right man, only to become a lesiban once again when asked by that man to be apart of a threesome with his bestfriend, who is possibly a homosexual. I can only think of one movie I've ever seen like that -- Chasing Amy.
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Summary: It's just a chick flick
Review: Eh. The parts with Jay and Silent Bob were ok, but this just isn't my favorite movie. People said Mallrats was a let-down after Clerks, but I say this is the let-down. And hey! Mallrats was good, but anything after Clerks would be a disappointment, with it being the greatest movie of all time and all. Well, maybe not, but it sure is funny! Buy Clerks instead.
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Summary: Well worth it!
Review: Kevin Smith does a wonderful job of combining heart-break with real humor. These people are very real and Joey Lauren Adams' breakdown in the parking garage is one of the best displays of honest emotion I have ever seen in a movie.Definately worth the time and money!!
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Summary: An endearing film... dare I say "classic"?!!
Review: I only happened to catch this film last night on cable for the very first time... I wouldn't say there was anything I didn't expect in this film, but I give kudos to director Kevin Smith because he ventures to pursue every reality (while stirring lots of commotion) without compromising his integrity or giving into his critics. It's a true rarity in filmmaking today. Smith's directing style is static yet every frame is so effective. I think the fact that most of his backdrops are an apartment room, a hockey rink and a CD store really solidify the down-to-earthness that help the characters relate to each other, and help viewers relate to the film. Everything in Smith's world, in fact, is approachable: the characters (Holden, Banky, Amy, Jay and SB) all have their idiosyncratic traits that make them lovable, the soundtrack (nothing original, but everything perfect for the film), and the script (filled with great dialogue moments). Chasing Amy is an exploration of a different reality towards love that completely overturns the romantic comedy genre, yet still has something intelligent to say to gays, lesbians and straights alike. He's about as "real" a filmmaker in our era as this movie is a "real" canvas of postmodern relationships.
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Summary: The best View Askew picture so far.
Review: This is Kevin Smith's best movie, hands down. Clerks may have been "cooler" and made you laugh more, Mallrats and Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back may have been more fun, Dogma may have been more epic, but this still outdoes them all. Amazing stuff, killer performances (especially from the three main actors Affleck, Adams, and Lee), and possibly Jay's best line ever to the waitress at the diner. "She ever bring chicks with you to bed, get some of that filet o' fish sandwich action goin? ::looks at waitress:: Yeah, you know what I'm talkin' 'bout baby...what's up?" Oh yeah, and the extras on the DVD are great...View Askew discs are always loaded with good stuff and this is no exception. This commentary is my second favorite of the View Askew DVDs, with Mallrats being the first (and probably the best of all time on ANY disc, so no shame in losing to the best). Buy it.
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Summary: Color Bars Hidden Feature
Review: There is a section on the DVD which contains color bars (color bars entry on the menu) to allow for adjusting your television set. However, when you view these color bars, you will see a small "introduction" to these color bars by Smith, Afflek, Mewes and Mosier. Typical Kevin Smith..
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Summary: Bad acting, worse script
Review: Chasing Amy has plot holes to spare. The characters are a predictable mix-and-match assemblage of Issues (e.g., He's homophobic and angry. Hmm. Must be gay.) with which each of their friends and lovers must dutifully cope in their best psychobabble. It has all the drama of watching someone taking batting practice with a pitching machine. Some scenes are so forced and stilted that they are uncomfortable to watch, and Affleck shows, as usual, the full range of emotions from A to A-flat. Rent before buying.
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Summary: 1 of the best movies ever.
Review: This is one of the best movies i have seen in a long time. i could not stop thinking about it for days afterward. Kevin Smith is an awesome director who really takes pride in his work. Chasing Amy is such a great story. the actors put so much life into their characters and it really brings the story to life. this story about love and friendship pulls you in. it left me wanting more when it was over. i orginally only saw this movie because i heard it was one of the jay and silent bob films. but this movie, it is just great. Jason Lee and Ben Affleck fans will love this movie. this is a comedy, but it has a soft side. if you don't love this movie, something is wrong with you. Jason Lee Rocks! watch this movie, you will be blown away. you'll love it!
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Summary: different
Review: i really enjoyed this film...some of the subjects and language I could do without but I like the sadness and funny times throughout....it's about a girl with a past and a man who just can't handle it....I am glad about the ending...I thought it was going to be your typical hollywood ending...Hats off to you Kevin!!
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Summary: Serious Kevin Smith?
Review: Kevin makes his move into drama with this excellent piece that is concerned with the difficult task of confronting your lover's past. This film well acted, well directed and contains all of the elements you have come to associate with Smith's writing and directing. It is funny and insightful and has earned its' place among my favorites.
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