Maxie

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Summary: Don't forget Ruth Gordon!!
Review: I have been looking for this movie in stores, flea markets and rummage sales for many years now (to no avail) and it has not been on television
for a very long time. My only comment is what other reviewers seem to have forgotten: RUTH GORDON. She is so fabulous in her own quirky way in this charming flick, and the flapper dance scene between her
and Glenn Close is priceless. Don't forget this eccentric and
one-of-a-kind actress!

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Summary: It's such a sweet, cute, funny movie!
Review: I just saw this film today, and i fell in love with it from the start. The story has many a funny moment in it. The problems that result for Glenn Close's character, Jan and her husband Nick, played wonderfully by Mandy Patinkin, due to her being possed by the spirit of Maxie are just too funny. It is a very charming movie, whether it's plausible or not. Aren't movies suppossed to be a break from reality? Well this one is a perfect escape movie. It has charm, laughter, and romance all rolled into one. I highly recommend this film for anyone who wants to enjoy a good laugh, or just wants to have a little fun with their viewing choice...

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Summary: Maxie
Review: OK so Maxie isn't a blockbuster and not for every taste (what film is??) and I will admit that had the part of Nick been played by anyone other than Mandy Patinkin I would have liked it less, but I found it entertaining enough. Even when one is based on the other books and film are two different mediums and shouldn't be so closely compared. Maxie was just meant to be a bit of fun and fantasy and as such is ok.

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Summary: Ruined a great book!
Review: This film is ... They took a really great story by Jack Finney (author of Invasion of the Body Snatchers) and ruined it. It was originally called, "Marion's Wall" and it was just incredible. Seek out "3 By Finney" in the book section if this interests you and don't spoil your memory of it with this tripe.

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Summary: Ruined a great book!
Review: This film is ... They took a really great story by Jack Finney (author of Invasion of the Body Snatchers) and ruined it. It was originally called, "Marion's Wall" and it was just incredible. Seek out "3 By Finney" in the book section if this interests you and don't spoil your memory of it with this tripe.

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Summary: Love it whenever it is on
Review: this is a great sunday afternoon movie that happens to be on t.v. moment. When Glen Close does her cleopatra impersonation with Harry Hamlin it is major. I love her bye bye blackbird moment and her time in the dance studio, with her old friend. It is a correct fun movie, I have had the chance to work with Glenn and this is the only movie box I had her sign. she also did the Cleopatra quotes for me, delicious!

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Summary: Childhood favorite
Review: This movie was an old childhood favorite. Rewatching it, it is not as good as I remember, but that doesn't mean I wouldn't recommend it. Mandy Patinkin and Glenn Close are both solid comedic actors. They more than make up for the fact that script leaves a lot to be desired. This isn't "Citizen Kane" quality, but if you are looking for something light for a Friday night, I'd highly recommend it.

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Summary: Childhood favorite
Review: This movie was an old childhood favorite. Rewatching it, it is not as good as I remember, but that doesn't mean I wouldn't recommend it. Mandy Patinkin and Glenn Close are both solid comedic actors. They more than make up for the fact that script leaves a lot to be desired. This isn't "Citizen Kane" quality, but if you are looking for something light for a Friday night, I'd highly recommend it.

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Summary: The Cat's Pajamas...
Review: This review refers to the MGM DVD edition of "Maxie"....

Jan and Nick live quiet, low key, uncomplicated lives. He's a librarian, she is secretary to an Archbishop. They are not exactly the wild and crazy type. Their idea of a big night is peeling away the layers of wallpaper, decade by decade, in their new apartment. What they uncover when they are down to the 1920's, is about to change their lives entirely.

Flapper Maxie Malone, left her mark here. A once young and promising actress, who met with an untimely death. The free-spirited, outgoing, energetic, contagiously fun ghost of Maxie, returns, inhabits the body of poor Jan and it's anything goes, as she tries to make her mark on the big screen once more. Maxie may be dead, but she's full of life. She wears the couple out with her antics. Will Jan ever get her life back, or will Maxie go on to stardom?

In the hands of a less adept cast, this may not have the hold it immediatley has on the viewer. Glenn Close is "Maxie/Jan", and she is wonderful going back and forth between the dull Jan of today and the exuberant Maxie of the 20's. She does a rendition of "Bye, Bye, Blackbird" that is simply intoxicating. You may even want to rewind and watch it again before going any further(I did). Mandy Patinkin is Nick. He is brillant as the befuddled husband, who wants his wife back but also falls for the ghost with the most. Bernard Hughes is hilarious as the Archbishop planning an exorcism, and most delicious of all is the legendary Ruth Gordon. Ruth was Maxie's pal in the roaring 20's and hasn't lost a bit of her charm. It may even be by her summoning, that the spirit of Maxie has returned.

The DVD has a very nice picture with vivid colors. It is presented with the choice of widescreen or a standard format. The catchy music sounds great in DD2.0 Surround, but the DVD seems to be recorded low. I had to turn it up several notches higher then usual, but stayed even throughout.. No special features(excpet a trailer), just a delightful time with this fun and charming fantasy.

For some reason, at this time, this DVD is hard to come by. They are quite high priced by the outside sellers. If interested, put it on your wish list or in your cart, and be patient and watch for a good deal(or check with your local video store)

It's "the cat's pajamas and the bees kness!"
enjoy....Laurie