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Summary: watch this film
Review: As one who briefly glimpsed but still remembers the 70's, I have to say Dazed and Confused completely captured the atmosphere. The characters had a perfect blend of post-hippy idealism balanced with the melancholy and betrayal of Watergate and Vietnam, they looked forward to an uncertain future but were unable to see far beyond getting out of High School. The open-ended storyline, while remaining elusive and unresolved, is an accurate snapshot of High School life of the era (the funny thing is i grew up doing the exact same things in the 80s). It's dialogue is a bit dry at times, the pacing is somewhat flawed and there's lots of scenes of driving cars, but thats what the decade was actually like. so whenever i want to get my 70's nostalgia on, this is the movie I watch.
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Summary: HEY,MAN AREN'T YOU A LITTLE BIT EARLY?
Review: DAZED AND CONFUSED is really funny and really enjoyable. It isn't laugh-out-loud funny, but you'll enjoy the humor that isn't as obvious of that of a Farrelly Brothers Movie. Richard Linklater did a great job, writing and directing a movie that will deeply affect every generation, with it's unforgettable moments. It is a movie that will bring back old memories...inspire new memories...and has become a memory in its own right. It has characters that everyone can relate to. It has Jason London as the honest guy that everyone would love to hang out with, because he fit in with everyone, and would look out for his friends. There is Ben Affleck as the all-too-into it a**hole that got on everyone's nerves, but was useful to have on your side. There is Rory Cochrane in his most memorable role as the optimistic, always friendly pothead who got along with almost everyone. There is Michelle Burke as the extremely hot, but extremely friendly Jodi Kramer, looking out for her innocent little bro. with an attitude, Mitch, played by Wiley Wiggins. There is Parker Posey as the arrogant b**tch, and there's also Joey Lauren Adams as the partly vengeful, and traditional, but equally sympathetic senior who took no crap. Who could forget Matthew McConaughey as the technical adult who always stayed by the high school envirenmont as a safety, because of his fear of growing up. These people along with, pretty much, millions of other characters, along with the coming-of-age story that energetically dirves and serves to carry along the film that gives you the ability to watch this movie over and over again. But when you feel that way about any film, you should remember not to abuse anything. You wouldn't want to grow bored of the movie. You know what they say : "Too much of a good thing is a bad thing," This of course, can exclude Mr John Stamos, who spoke otherwise in the 10-10-987 add. Of course, it's possible that he's right. I haven't grown bored of this movie yet. Is it possible that I never will. Maybe. Maybe not. Anyways, check out the movie. You'll love it... or hate it. Whatever I don't really care. This movie rocks no matter what.
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Summary: WOOD-A-BEEN, HAPPENIN'
Review: Finally, a DAZED AND CONFUSED special edition. This is one of the best comedies ever made. Some people find it boring and plotless, but they're just unable to appreciate the honesty that comes along with the movie. Whenever I watch this movie, I watch the whole thing, no scene selections. There is just something about this movie that makes you feel comfortable. It is probably the familiarity that accompanies each of the characters that reminds you of people that you know. There is also something about the feeling of following the characters from the end of their last day of school into the party and concluding on the next morning. There is a feeling about joining the party that makes this movie watchable at most any time. You can feel like you are in the movie, and there is something about it that just wants to make you have fun or go hang out with your friends. People who haven't seen this movie will also be surprised to see the a lot of the cast, which includes many now-famous actors. This cast includes Jason London, Ben Affleck, Rory Cochrane, Mila Jovovich, Matthew McConaughey, and, well there is too many, but believe me, if you remember high school, or you like comedies and you haven't already, you have to check this movie out, and watch the whole thing. It is also good to watch it with a friend so you have someone to talk to about it. An unforgettable set of characters, some good jokes, an unforgettable party, and finally, some special features to go along with the movie. I was one of those people who was told about the movie from a cousin and I picked up the DVD (old one with no special features) and it became one of my favorites. The thing that surprised me was that nobody really knew about it, except for some older people, because the movie was like AMERICAN PIE when it came out. This special edition will definitely get some new recognition. The only thing that pisses me off is that when this special edition does come out, new people are gonna see it and they are gonna act like they discovered it, like I haven't seen it before them. That is gonna suck, but it is gonna be worth it when I see those special features. I hope they have some behind-the-scenes footage or a reunion of the cast or something. By the way, Richard Linklater is a genius who writes with honesty (he also directed this movie). I am gonna buy WAKING LIFE (also starring Wiley Wiggins), BEFORE SUNRISE, and see BEFORE SUNSET. If you liked this movie, you'll probably like DETROIT ROCK CITY and ALMOST FAMOUS. Those movies are good, but we'll get to those later. DAZED AND CONFUSED is a movie you gotta check out. I can't wait for this special edition. You'll also like AMERICAN PIE, THE GIRL NEXT DOOR, and a lot of other comedies with honesty. By the way, I forgot, there is some stupid dialogue in the movie, but it is overweighed by the good stuff, and you won't notice it until you have seen the movie around three or four times. By the way, that doesn't mean I think that the movie is stupid or anything, I can say that because I am a big fan, and I still really like that movie. Plus, you've got to take some stupid jokes along with every good comedy. Anyway, my hands are starting to hurt, and I'm running out of ideas. DAZED AND CONFUSED is one of the greatest comedies ever made. This isn't the only move coming out with a special edition. There is MEET THE PARENTS and a bunch of other UNIVERSAL movies coming out with special editions.
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Summary: I laughed so hard smoke blew out my mouth
Review: I love good low brow comedies, but sadly I had missed out on Dazed and Confused until recently. Even though it mostly features a bunch of kids getting drunk and stoned (and having fun doing it), there is more to the film than that. As the Amazon review states that the movie asks the question of "What happens next?", and we see the kids wonder about they're uncertain futures, and have a fun time doing it. It's stoner comedy at it's best, one scene in particular is when Slater (Rory Cochrane) is discussing how cool of a lady Martha Washington was and how she took care of George, is laugh out loud hilarious. The rest of the then young cast includes Jason London, Joey Lauren Adams, Milla Jovovich, Cole Hauser, Ben Affleck, Parker Posey, Adam Goldberg, and a then unknown Matthew McConaughey as an older stoner who still loves to party. Do yourself a favor, if you've never seen Dazed and Confused but you love movies like Half Baked, The Stoned Age, or any Kevin Smith film, than you'll love this.
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Summary: Smoked out hilarious
Review: Ok, being born in 1974 I never got to experience the weirdness of the '70's. I've longed to live in the days of bell bottoms, platforms and the beautiful women with the straight ironed hair. This is one of those movies that captures exactally how I perceive the mid 70's to be. This film is about, well, graduation night and future freshmen and seniors. They basically go around smoking weed and trying to terrorize the up coming freshman. The line up is an all star cast of who's who in movies. Ben Afleck, Mathew Mcconaughey, Jason London and Milla Jovovich. This is a film that takes a comedic, yet precise look at life in 1976. The music is absolutely awesome and the dialogue will keep you laughing from beginning to end. You get the guy that's always doped up, the jock, the preppy little bi**h and the freshman who wants to fit in. It's hard to describe just what this movie is about because it is really about nothing. One night in 1976 would have been just as good a title as "Dazed and Confused". I love this film. If you enjoy great humor pick this one up.
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Summary: Dazed and Confused...A Coherent Film!!!
Review: One of the definitive movies depicting the 70's teen culture, DAZED AND CONFUSED works on all levels from the characters, the dress, the hair, the pot smooking, beer drinking, and of course the soundtrack. School has ended, summer vacation is started and all the stoners, geeks, jocks, muscle car racers, and all the other clicks are going to celebrate one way or another. There's the hazing of the future freshman (guys get wacked by paddles, girls go through car washes), the jocks are going to do their best to stay away from booze, pot, and women for the coaches (yeah..right!!), a party at a house is derailed by the parents courtesy of an unsuspecting delivery man, and a future freshman is going to have his first taste of partying with the big boys, staying out all night, and getting the girl of his dreams etc...Look for for future stars Ben Affleck, Matthew McConaughey, and Milla Jovovich in minor roles. Outstanding performances by Jason London as "Pink" and Wiley Wiggins as Mitch. Overall, a film (if you were a teen or young adult in this era) that brings back fond memories and that it wasn't all that bad...and the music is terrific.
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Summary: "The 70's...oh my god, they obviously suck!"
Review: That is one of many classic lines from this movie that makes it a classic. However, this movie could have been set in the 70's, 80's, 90's or 2003 and people would have seen themselves or their friends in this outstanding cast of characters. We all lived through high school, and we can all identify with the characters depicted in Dazed and Confused. For example, there's the kid who's 27 and still hanging out with all the high schoolers, still trying to date high school freshmen 13 years his junior (Matthew McConaghey). For some kids, you can tell that high school will be the pinnacle of their sad, pathetic lives, and Ben Affleck plays this character to a tee. There are also the ludicrously bitchy and snobby girls (Parker Posey), the perpetually nice and perky girls (Michelle Burke), and the kid who comes to parties "to drink some beer and kick some ass." (Nicky Katt) This movie is funny because it is so true. High school is pretty much the same regardless of decade or location. You have your jocks and your intellectuals, your snobs and the kids who are nice to everybody. In that way it's like real life, but in real life you're not bound together with 800 other kids you grew up with and who know your entire embarassing life story. This movie depicting only one day in the life of a high school student is hilarious and touching. Though it will make you laugh out loud, it will also bring back memories of feeling inadequate or ugly that were magnified by the clausterphobic setting of high school. This movie features some stellar performances by actors who went on to become very famous. Though the characters in this movie could have gone to school at any time period in the 20th century, the 70's setting adds to the hilarity. Dive into this world of bell bottoms, bongs and Black Sabbath and try not to cringe when you recognize yourself or your friends in the wonderful cast of characters.
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