The Matchmaker

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Summary: Funny, emotional, heart-warming story- Loved it!
Review: This movie is definitely a keeper. I love the location. I was smiling from the first minute. This is a feel- good movie all around. I thought the actors portrayed the characters perfectly. I will certainly buy this movie, only one thing would be better, a soundtract. Is there one available?

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Summary: a sweet little sunday afternoon type of movie
Review: having visited Ireland and flown into Shannon airport like Janeane Garofalo does at the beginning of this movie,it is a favorite.the scenery is beautiful,Janeane is adorable. i absolutely love the scene when she judges the singing contest!this movie is something you can simply enjoy-let it take you away to Ireland,its beautiful there!

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Summary: David O'Hara
Review: I love David O'Hara. He is a very good actor and a nice man. I loved him in braveheart and I loved him in The Matchmaker. This film gives me some hope, every time I remember it. I watched it years ago, and I realize that I never forgot it. Thanx to lower budget, anti-hollywood, sincere films.

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Summary: NEAR BOTTOM
Review: Garofalo acting killed this movie, no wonder she went into politics, dont waste your money

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Summary: Romantic Comedy Done Right
Review: I love this movie! The scenery is breathtaking, the acting is first rate, and the story is charming. This movie transports you to Ireland. The fictional village of Bali Na Gragh (sp?) is overcast yet welcoming, and the people all look real (not like extras on a Hollywood set). It is refreshing to find a romantic comedy that does not take place in an urban landscape. You won't find any Mystic Tanned lads or lasses here! Janeane Garafolo is gorgeously pale, and looks like a real woman. Her acting here is first rate, as usual. After watching the movie 8 times, it is hard to imagine anyone else playing the role of Marcy. Her "match", Sean, played by David O'Hara is one of my favorite male movie characters ever. He is a charming, intelligent cad with a heart of gold. O'Hara is definately not a Brad Pitt or Ben Affleck (thank God!), but man is he sexy! It's about time a romantic comedy has a male lead that isn't prettier than his female costar. The matchmaker, played by Milo O'Shea is the glue that holds this terrific story together. O'Shea's narration throughout the film is hilarious. All the supporting cast is excellent, although I don't understand why Denis Leary gets top billing in this film (after Garafolo). His part was very small, only somewhat pivotal, and could have been played by anyone. The movie follows Marcy to Ireland as she searches for Senator John McGlory's Irish roots. She happens to arrive during the matchmaking festival and meets Sean, who thoroughly irritates her. You can guess what happens next. I usually hate romantic comedies. Any Meg Ryan/Tom Hanks combo makes me run for the hills! If you are like me, watch The Matchmaker. If the quirky, realistic story doesn't endear you, the soundtrack will! In fact, my ONLY complaint about The Matchmaker is that the soundtrack is not available. Do not miss this movie! It is probably sitting on the bargain shelf at your local video store, beacause not enough people know about it, or they are lacking taste. Step away from Sleepless in Seattle!! Give The Matchmaker a chance.

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Summary: Great craic!
Review: I loved this film for many reasons, not the least being that I have experienced Lisdoonvarna, County Clare (a real Irish town) during their annual September Matchmaking Festival! It's visually lovely, and reminded me of not only of days walking the greenroads of Clare, but of nights out with my mates in the pubs while I was there as an exchange student. My opinion of this film can be summed up in one word - BRILLIANT!

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Summary: A Disappointment
Review: This movie has beautiful scenery of Ireland but beyond that I can't recommend it. The acting is weak and the story hard to believe. There is a lot of offensive language that isn't really necessary to the story. The film never held my attention but did make me want to visit such a beautiful country.

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Summary: An overlooked flick
Review: The Matchmaker is a movie that snuck into theatres and then just as quickly onto DVD. It is really under rated! The sly, yet self deprecating humor of Janeane Garofalo is balanced well with the acidic tone of Dennis Leary, who plays her self absorbed boss. This is a romantic comedy for those of us who DON"T want to be Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman...... and for people who don't want just a romantic comedy. A thinking person's romance and sweet tale of finding what you want, no matter where it takes you.