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Summary: I saw Swept Away in the theatres
Review: I was one of the lucky few to see Swept Away during it's brief run in the theatres. Madonna did an excellent job in the role of Amber. Anyone who is a true Madonna fan knows by now that she is not the best actress. But she put out one of her best performances to date in this role. It's sad that all the critics and their rumors were about to keep this movie from being widely released and seen by more people. This movie is a must see for any Madonna fan.
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Summary: This Is The Madonna Movie To See!...
Review: This movie was fantastic Madonna was great.This was a funny,romantic movie definately one to see rent it atleast.Not alot of people wanna take a chance on Madonna movies anymore she has had alot of duds I know.But this she has some really good moments and some bad but more good this time around. with a 96 minute runtime what have you got to lose.Take a chance watch Swept Away atleast once I guarantee you'll love it."TWO THUMBS UP!..." -----A-
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Summary: Don't listen to the critics
Review: I was skeptical when I entered the theater, but I enjoyed "Swept Away" from the beginning to it's bittersweet end. Owen Gleiberman, of "Entertainment Weekly" magazine, was the only critic I had read who actually gave the movie a fair review. It seems that all other critics just took out their stock of well-worn Madonna insults. I don't know if they'll ever give the woman a break. She's not a great actress yet, but she has her moments when she fully inhabits her character and is quite touching. People really have a hard time seeing beyond her persona. You may not want to run out and buy this one, if you haven't seen it yet, but at least rent it and decide for yourself.
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Summary: MADONNA SWEEPS
Review: IVE BEEN INSPIRED BY MADONNA SINCE I WAS 13... THROUGH HER ART... AND WHAT I CONSIDER HER ART TO BE IS BEYOND A SINGLE, A VIDEO OR A MOTION PICTURE.. ITS A COMBINATION OF ALL... THIS PICTURE THAT SHE RELEASED IS JUST ANOTHER AMAZING COLOR ADDED TO THE CANVAS THAT SHES PAINTING.. A PAINTING THAT IS STILL IN PROGRESS... AND FOR THIS ADDED COLOR AND STIKE OF HER BRUSH.. I APPLAUD HER AND FOREVER BE INSPIRED...
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Summary: More Art Film than Crowd Pleaser
Review: Alright, first thing I'm going to do is establish my credibility. Yes, I have been a Madonna fan since 1983 and NO I do not think everything she makes is fantastic which I find annoying and cultish (you know, that glazed eyed look of her fanatic fans.) In fact, she's put out some real doozies (ahem... "Next Best Thing" anyone? What garbage!) Plus, I hated her album "Music" so this is to let you know I'm trying to be a fair viewer.Okay, the movie. Well, I watched it out of morbid curiosity. I had heard so much bad stuff about this movie I just really wanted to see why it was so horrible. You know what? It wasn't that bad. The storyline was somewhat interesting... fascinating really... take two opposite persons with different morals and values that defy the other and put each one in a place of power over the other and watch what happens. It is somewhat masochistic in a sense. In other words, it really is a clashing of personal values and defying them until the other gets fed up. The lower class Italian worker simply rebels more and more when he is being dominated by Amber... interestingly enough, Amber, the rich nasty woman, submits completely when she is in the passive position. She really doesn't even fight. Why? Because her place of power really is an illusion whereas his isn't. Regardless, all philosophical musings aside, you probably want the dirt on the flick. Alright, it's totally Guy all the way when it comes to filming and directing. You get his humor and camera angles from "Lock, Stock..." So if you liked that movie, you might get a kick out of this one. How was Madonna? Not bad. She was actually interesting in her character. She's starting to really loosen as an actress and beginning to forget the camera. Remember, I said BEGINNING. She's getting there. Also, it seems like she trusts her husband as a director so she relaxes a bit. She delivers her lines softer, but without as much emotion in the first half of the film. I truly believe Madonna should take acting lessons. She's too conscious of the camera and we as the audience are too conscious of the most famous woman in the world. And she's aware of this. Is this a problem? Yes, mostly due to the fact that she has a HUGE obstacle to overcome in order for her audience to believe her as an actress; she has to make her audience forget who she is in order for them to like her character that she's portraying. She did this 100% in "Desperately Seeking Susan" and 75% in "Evita." If she took lessons in acting, like she did with singing, I think she could go somewhere. Otherwise, her marketable product is what's truly knocking her down. What an amazing contradition! Otherwise, the film was interesting. The scenery was just beautiful, especially the nighttime scenes. There are moments between the two main characters that are genuinely fun and tender. I liked the interaction between the two of them and how loving they are towards each other. The ending (Spoiler) is truly sad which makes it more of an art film than a blockbuster movie. However, you can tell it was put together rather quickly and could have used more polishing. Not a waste, but not that bad. Still, I plan on renting it when it comes out. I wouldn't mind looking at it again. Recommendations: big bang viewers, don't bother -- it's more of an insight to an artflick, something to chat about.
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Summary: SWEPT AWAY is excellent!
Review: I saw Swept Away 5 times in the movie theater! Regardless of what the critics said it truly is a very touching story and I believe it is one of madonna's best works yet, besides EVITA of course;) everyone in the movie theater was impressed when they left, no one could understand why the critics beraded the movie so badly. I definintly recommend it to anyone who loves good movies...
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Summary: swept away wow!
Review: How could the American public waste tons of money on huge budget films that [stink]? This movie was so beautiful and wonderful I really dont understand why the American public kept away from it. I really believe they are just biased against any movie Madonna is involved with, they want her to remain a singer but it is obvious this woman can do more than sing.
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Summary: I saw this movie twice!
Review: Ok. I'm one of the few people who got to see this movie in its limited theatrical release. I actually saw it twice. I'm a big fan of M's and I had to see this movie. It got bad reviews even when it was still being filmed. In my opinion, it's a GOOD movie. It's not spectacular. It's not a blockbuster that everyone in Hollywood is trying to make. It's about romance vs. social classes. It's got a good message and I think it deserves to be seen. It's slighly off from the original which was more politically charged. The best scene is the fantasy sequence where the real Madonna comes out. It's worth seeing just for that scene. And Madonna's in a bikini throughout the whole film. Anyway, I hope you enjoy the movie as much as I did.
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Summary: I was swept away in a GREAT way!
Review: I have to say that Guy Ritchie's remake of Swept Away was EXCELLENT! The original was a bit too abusive, but Guy's remake has just enough violence to prove his point without going overboard and degrating women. Madonna was GREAT in the movie, very convincing and real. When she cried I was sad, when she laughed I was happy. I recommend this movie to ANYONE, please do NOT let the critics make you biased toward this movie. Come on, we all know the reason why the critics tore the movie apart, Madonna and Guy are a happily married couple-they worked together to create something beautiful and were successful at doing it-the critics can't handle that....
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Summary: Swept Away Before My Eyes
Review: I saw the original, and loved it. Now I have no Idea what happened, but I'm very dissapointed. I was waiting for the Modanna version. ever since I heard it was in the making almost 2 years ago. I saw the trailer, and loved that too. It was shot beautifully. Me and my wife could not see it on the big screen on opening weekend and made plans for the following week. What IDIOTS! took it off the screen before it had a chance, is beyond me. Now I have to wait for the DVD ( and there had better be one soon ) to watch it. I'm sure many people will agree with me on this one. Modanna, I will pay you personally if you can make me a DVD. Please :)
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