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Summary: Truly Beautiful
Review: This is one of the best films ever made, starring the loveable Jimmy Stewart as Elwood P Dowd, a mild mannered man who lives with his sister and niece in a small town. He is a friend to everyone and has the sort of charm and charisma that only Stewart himself could pull off. The world moves by him and his best friend, a 6'3 1/2" white rabbit, called Harvey. The two of them hang out at a local friendly bar where they drink and meet new friends together. Elwood's sister is very worried and embarrassed by her brother's behaviour so seeks psychiatric help. One of the sweetest bits is when the owner of the mental home starts to see Harvey and wants to take him away from Elwood, as they have become good friends also! Also when Harvey goes missing and he talks about how they met and how great friends they are, I was almost in tears! It is one of the most endearing and most beautiful films I have ever seen and it is a real feel good film. One of the best films out there!
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Summary: This is a wonderful movie
Review: This movie was so great. My mom introduced me to this movie and I've liked it ever since. It always gives me the best feeling when I watch it. If only everyone was as nice as Elwood was. :-)
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Summary: A Priceless Message Hidden In A Comedy
Review: Being a student at a technical college (RPI) you never really have a chance to look at life the way you used to back in english class. After seeing this movie I can't begin to tell you how many messages of affection are burried within it. James Stewart does an excellent job playing the friendly "insane" person who really, once listened closely to, has real things to say about real life. A must for everyone who needs a lift. A+++
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Summary: harvey
Review: Harvey is a lighthearted comedy that should be wathced by all. The feeling you are left with is priceless.If you dont want to shake the hand of every person you meet on the street after viewing it you have no heart. It is a must for ever audience.
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Summary: Do you live with a dysfunctional family member?
Review: Finally, I found THE "Harvey" film on amazon.com! I've waited DECADES for the chance to buy this movie for my own home. Can any of you remember sitting in your childhood homes as little kids, watching the great Jimmy Stewart talk to a large (invisible) rabbit on your parents' old black & white TV? I remember seeing this movie but a few times, yet, each time, it always served as instant therapy for dissipating any anger toward the crazier people in my life. When I was a child, I thought it was funny that the movie showed a man who was being told to lose his imaginary friend. As an adolescent, I empathized with knowing what it is like to live with someone who, I thought, lived and worried in a world of their own making. And as an adult, I now realize that one can acknowledge the world of another, without having to remain there permanently. If you have ever suffered through the day-to-day trials of dealing with someone who lives by a grand set of rules different from your own (generational or cultural gap?), and if you have ever found yourself stressed from the craziness of it all, then maybe this wonderful and comical film will ease your frustration for a while each time you view it. As I remember this movie, it is a story that begins with the simple pleasures of courteous greetings, kindness to others and imaginary friends, then moves to one family's struggles with sanity, possible family separation, love and protection. It has a happy ending and, like the movie "It's a Wonderful Life", is a MUST for every family home library!
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Summary: "Let me introduce you to my friend Harvey"
Review: Guess what? I'm 15 years old. Why would such a "punk" review a movie from the 50's? Because it bloody well deserves it, THAT'S WHY! I saw this movie on TV one time and I laughed myself silly! James Stewart was apparently a great actor and did a hell of a job making me laugh. Sure it's black and white, sure it doesn't have all the special effects that a "stupid kid" like me would get into, but I know a really funny movie when I see one. I recommend it to everyone.
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Summary: Do you live with a dysfunctional family member?
Review: Finally, I found THE "Harvey" film on amazon.com! I've waited decades for the chance to buy it for my own home....Can't any of you remember sitting in your childhood homes as little kids, watching Jimmy Stewart talk to a large (invisible) rabbit on your parents' old black & white TV? I remember seeing this movie but a few times, yet, each time, it always served as instant therapy for dissipating any anger toward the crazier people in my life. When I was a child, I thought it was funny that the movie showed a man who was being told to lose his imaginary friend. As an adolescent, I empathized with knowing what it is like to live with someone who, I think, lives and worries in a world of their own making. And as an adult, I realize that one can acknowledge the world of another, without having to remain there permanently. If you have ever suffered through the day-to-day trials of dealing with someone who lives by a grand set of rules different from your own (generational or cultural gap?), and if you have ever found yourself stressed from the craziness of it all, then maybe this wonderful and comical film will ease your frustration for a while each time you view it. As I remember this movie, it is a story that begins with the simple pleasures of courteous greetings, kindness to others and imaginary friends, then moves to one family's struggles with sanity, possible family separation, love and protection. It has a happy ending and, like the movie "It's a Wonderful Life", is a MUST for every family home library!
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Summary: Classic Dry Humor
Review: Where most movies made nowadays are full of noisy spectacles and special effects, "Harvey" is as real as real as can be (or is he?). We just can't see him. (Or can we?) Jimmy Stewart's portrayal of Elwood P. Dowd could never be duplicated. He plays Elwood with the sort of dry humor that tickles everyone's funnybone! He makes Harvey real to all of us. His sister, Veta Louise Simmons, played by Josephine Hull (who also starred in Arsenic and Old Lace with Cary Grant) gives a wonderful performance walking the line of she does/doesn't believe in Harvey. My favorite of the minor characters is Aunt Ethel Chauvenet. Her reaction to meeting Harvey and her comment about Mrs. Frank Cummings have me in stitches everytime I watch this movie! I also like the advice that Elwood's Mother gave him--his choices were "to be oh, so smart" or "to be oh, so pleasant." He chose to be "oh, so pleasant." That is a good description of Elwood P. Dowd. No matter how ruffled everyone's feathers are getting around him, he remains "oh, so pleasant."The version of this video I bought has a dialogue by Jimmy Stewart at the beginning. He speaks about his experiences while making the movie and while he was on the road doing the play. He said during just about every performance of the play a fidgity child would call out "Where's the Rabbit?"
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Summary: Beauty is all around us
Review: The magnificent James Stewart in top form will delight viewers of all ages. He shows that if you spend your life hurrying around, you'll miss out on living. Slow down, smell the roses, notice that someone loves you, etc. The movie also demonstrates that anyone can be defined as insane (of course, it depends on your definition of sanity in the first place). Watch the movie, be happy, look out the window and enjoy life!
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Summary: One of my favorite films of all time, waiting for DVD
Review: I have practically worn out my VHS tape of this delightful film, I watch it over and over and never tire of it! Josephine Hull gives a hysterically funny performance which I believe won her an Oscar, if I'm not mistaken. I am anxiously awaiting the DVD, at least I can't wear it out!!
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