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Summary: Do you need further proof of Depp's talents?
Review: A mechanic, Benny(Aiden Quinn) who has a mentally disabled sister, Joon(Mary Stuart Masterson) is a bit fed with her, she's always causing trouble and making the house-sitters quit, he's been taking care of her needs so long, he's forgotten his own needs and loss touch with the world a little. Finally when Sam(Johnny Depp) is won at a poker game he has to keep him over for his friend at his house for the night. Sam is an eccentric guy who is a crazy clownish man who cannot read, and tames Joon's wild heart.
Its a very sad movie, but has an ultimately happy ending.
What makes this film really work though, is the acting. The plot isn't entirely special, but the acting all around from Aiden Quinn to Mary Stuart Masterson to Julianne Moore, the acting is great!!! But the one who truly makes this film a worth-while experience is Depp, he lightens up every scene he is in. If you are just discovering Depp's extrordinary acting talents(if so, shame on you!), then this is a great place to start. He is absolutely hilarious and does some extrordinary physical comedy inspired by some of the greatest comedians of all times, Charlie Chaplin & Buster Keaton. So sit back, relax, and *enjoy* Benny&Joon! God Bless ~Amy
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Summary: Good story, Depp is brilliant!
Review: I love this feel-good movie! It's a special treat to watch Sam, Johnny Depp's quirky, sweet and child-like character, who makes grilled cheese sandwiches with an iron and entertains at a park with his impressive Buster Keaton-like routines. He looks and acts like someone who walked in from another era, maybe even another planet. Watch Depp's facial expressions -- intense and hilarious! There are heavy moments, such as the bus scene: When the romance between Sam and Joon (Mary Stuart Masterson) is misunderstood, forcing the pair to run away, Sam comes face to face with the reality of mental illness as Joon becomes severely agitated with the voices in her head. But he never gives up on love, finding a way to get to Joon at the mental hospital by dangling acrobatically just outside her room from a window washer's perch (my favorite scene). And yes, there's a happy ending. I watched this movie with my husband and our children (ages 10 and 12). If you plan to watch Benny & Joon with kids, be aware that bad words are used a couple of times, and there's a romantic scene between Sam and Joon that's slightly steamy but not distasteful. Overall, though, the touching story, dialogue, and humor make this a fine movie to watch with kids over 9 years of age (younger kids would probably find it boring). Creative story with fun characters! Some of the almost surreal scenes will replay in your mind to make you smile and even laugh out loud.
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Summary: A definite must-see...
Review: for anyone who just loves a really great, really cute, not so based in reality, movie. No, it's not all that deep and is a little on the make believe side, but it's a wonderful love story that makes you say "Aaahhhhhh!" Johnny is wonderful and shows just how versatile he is as an actor. The entire cast is good. The film has a timeless feel to it, which adds to its appeal. It may not have been a blockbuster hit or go down in history as the best movie of all time, but a great movie to watch if your in the mood for Johnny Depp and a pick-me-up romance.
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Summary: Good!!!
Review: Benny & Joon is a good movie, it's a mixture of comedy and drama and is about a mentally ill young woman named Joon played by Mary Stuart Masterson (Fried Green Tomatoes) who lives in the care of her caring but overprotective older brother Benny played by Aidan Quinn (Desperately Seeking Susan). The gorgeous and talented Johnny Depp (What's Eating Gilbert Grape) does a wonderful job playing Sam the eccentric younger brother of Benny's friend and Benny is not to happy when Sam and Joon fall in love because he worries that Joon won't be able to handle it. This is a good movie and I recommend it.
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Summary: Crazed Romantics.
Review: BENNY AND JOON stars Mary Stuart Masterson as the mentally unbalanced pyro, Joon; Aidan Quinn as her caretaking brother, Benny; and Johnny Depp as the illeterate vagabond, Sam. Benny has been taking care of Joon since their parents died in a car crash. However, he has reached a breaking point. Then Joon wins Sam after loosing a poker bet. Kind of wierd, huh? Anyway, Joon and Sam fall in love and that leads to complications for Benny. Enough plot summary. This is not a fascinating film on mental illness. Other than the unusual lives of the characters, this movie boils down to a basic romantic comedy, cliches and all. However, the tribute to the classic physical comedy of Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin along with the movies' meaningful, memorable music, make this film a cut above the average and worth watching.
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Summary: Very Good
Review: This is a very good movie. It gives insights into what it is to be mentally challenged in a tough world. Johnny Depp's character is brilliant.
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Summary: Very Sweet
Review: An enjoyable movie. Good acting, funny plot, and great characters. I thoroughly recommend this movie, especially to Johnny Depp fans.
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Summary: Good
Review: This is good for all ages and it's an excellent story and a fun movie you'll watch again and again. It has a beautiful superobjective, and an overall friendy ambiance. Excellent!
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Summary: Romantic and Humorous
Review: I thought it was a great movie. It really makes you put Johnny Depp in different light. Unlike Once Upon a Time in Mexico and Pirates of the Caribbean, it is very cute and easy to enjoy. I have showed it to about 7 people (friends and family) and we had a good laugh. I highly recommend it for all people.
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Summary: Karen's review of Benny & Joon
Review: I think this is one of Johnny Depp's best movies. He is hilarious in this movie with silent Buster Keaton routines. It has a great storyline about a szizophrenic (sp?) and a dyslexic falling in love; but it's also about the relationship between the overprotective brother and his sister. Wonderful, cute little movie.
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