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Summary: A unique torture-technique
Review: I saw COYOTE UGLY on an airplane from Germany to the United States three times, in English, in French, and in German. By the third screening, I wanted the plane to crash.Without a shred of revealed flesh, the film teases, tantalizes, and seduces without ever gratifying. There is nary a thong in this picture! This is eroticism without the eroticism. It's a bit like a soft-core film made for Nickelodeon.
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Summary: Not just a "chick flick" movie
Review: Although the cast list is comprised of mostly females, there are many aspects that allow 'Coyote Ugly' to reveal itself as more than just another "chick flick". The sex appeal that the movie possesses is reminiscent of a 'Girls Gone Wild' video; but with a PG-13 twist. Had the film been pushed to R, it's hard to say if it would've received more or less attention. The women never really reveal anything. And for the most part that's okay. But as another reviewer noted, there is not enough Tyra Banks. She's on the cover, in the movie for about 15 minutes, and then gone. I guess in the end it doesn't really matter; but still, they shouldn't lead the viewer on. When it comes to the actual storyline, a lot can (or cannot) be said. If you're a male, the plot probably won't affect you. However, the female audience will surely be intrigued by the character of Jersey (first-timer Piper Perabo). The plot is based on that character; who is lost in life and needs something to help boost her music career. She obviously has talent, but two things drag her down. One... her father (John Goodman) doesn't want her to leave because he'd then have no one to wash his cloths. Two... she has an enormous fear of being on stage. With that being said, the movie just goes off those two aspects. Jersey does find a job, but it's not your average profession. The job title is said to be a bartender, but it could be explained as a singer/bartender/stripper/dancer. As it's old hat with Jerry Bruckheimer films, it does a great job with the in-your-face sequences. When the woman are dancing on the bar to oldies (or whatever), the camera work shoots back and forth very nicely. And even though this movie seems like a 'Charlie's Angles' without the action, it gives you a real charge. Finding a bar like this is as far-fetched as the ending to 'Armageddon' was (okay, not really). It seems like the kind of bar people'd dream about. Since I don't like to ruin movies for people, I will stop here. There are a lot of interesting parts in this movie. There's some good comedy; mostly courtesy of John Goodman. I particularly enjoyed when someone honks their horn at him when he's working. I won't spoil that for you either. But the acting by Perabo is rather average, but can be condoled since it's here first major role. The role of Kevin (Adam Garcia) will certainly be enjoyable for the females, since he brings his own type of male sex appeal to the movie. And the appearances by funnymen Johnny Knoxville and Chris Wylde are genuinely good cameos; though not as good as LeAnn Rimes playing herself. The characters of most of the bartenders are not well-covered, but I think it was intended to be that way. And the fact that Zoe (Tyra Banks) left to become a lawyer is smart; as it shows the women are not just brainless, low I.Q. bartenders. Still, although most of the movie's aspects are covered, some of them are not covered too well. Whether you're a boy or a girl, there's great chance you'll enjoy 'Coyote Ugly'. If you like the female-fronted movies then there's no question you'll like this one. If you're a male, and you're looking for hot, sensual movies with endless spraying of beer and close-to/would-be strippers, you'll probably enjoy it too. I gave the movie 3 stars; I enjoyed it a lot, but as I've hinted to, was a little disappointed with it as a whole. I give Bruckheimer and co. credit for doing a movie like this, though I don't feel it is quite as good as his other "action" movies. This film is not a let-down because of its PG-13 rating, and it's certainly not just a "chick flick". I do recommend this, but know what you like first.
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Summary: Aspiring Dreams
Review: COYOTE UGLY is the story of a small town young lady trying to make her way in the world, and see her dreams come true. Violet is a young woman who is an aspiring songwriter. She has a fear of stage and would rather be in the dark, writing songs for other people. Upon moving to New York and leaving her father and best friend behind, she meets Kevin, who she is led to believe is in charge of music at this bar she visits. She gives him her demo tape, and realizes she was shammed. She also realizes the tough competition surrounding the music industry. Many doors get slammed in her face and her optomism fades. She finds a job at a bar called Coyote Ugly, where women dance on the counter and its a fierce environment she must adjust to well. The movie follows her dreams, and a romance with Kevin. It's overall really touching movie many people will love, and all I can say is if you haven't seen it yet, buy or rent it ASAP, it's a wonderful movie.
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Summary: Coyote Rocks!
Review: This film can now officially be crowned as the first "trailer-tease" that I have ever witnessed. What's a "trailer-tease", you may ask? Well, consider it another derogatory term that some men use to describe some women who tease them ...and then give them NOTHING in return... Of course, my first clue should've been the PG-13 rating. It's sad too, because this really could have been a great movie had they concentrated more on the bar, the chicks,... the swearing, the drinking, and all of the other fun stuff that the trailer makes you think is packed into this movie. Unfortunately, the movie itself concentrates more on the plot about this small-town girl trying to make it in the big city. Leaving her father (John Goodman), her best friend (Melanie Lynskey) and her job at a pizza parlor in South Amboy, New Jersey, Violet (Piper Perabo) moves to New York City in hopes of launching a career as a songwriter. Realizing hostility and fierce competition surround the music industry, Violet's optimism is somewhat suspended. Forced to solve immediate financial difficulties, Violet follows the hot trail of a group of wild coyote women (Tyra Banks, Izabella Miko, and Bridget Moynahan) and discovers a tempting solution in the popular Coyote Ugly Bar. Nevertheless, Violet's flighty solutions are anchored by the weighty maturity of Kevin ((handsome Aussie Adam Garcia), a charming, hardworking stud who becomes increasingly protective of his new love interest. Conflicts arise as Violet must confront her true purpose, and in the process, redefine her relationship with her father, her boss (Maria Bello) and her lover. Coyote Ugly temporarily misleads the viewer by hiding the main storyline underneath the coyotes' musical numbers. However, the film's underlying plot is no disappointment. Coyote Ugly manages to create interesting situations that hook onto its attractive main characters with ease. While Coyote Ugly introduces the naiveté of the female protagonist, the film also follows her transformation without losing the viewer's interest and without losing direction. Conflict is often resolved with evident convenience, as in an initial scene in a local diner, involving a chance encounter with the Coyote girls, who flaunt their success when Violet is in desperate need of money. However, in spite of some predictability, Coyote Ugly offers occasional surprises that create some endearing moments and inspire fair performances. This is especially the case in those scenes that portray Violet's 's repeated ingenuity in her ability to control men --a theme that is consistently explored in her relations with all male characters, and one which earns the sneakily publicized Coyote Ugly a more respectful regard. The Tyra tease
And where the hell was Tyra Banks?!? How dare the filmmakers spray her assets across the posters, the website, and the TV commercials and barely give her ten minutes of screen time? More Tyra, people!! And what about the rest of the girls? They're all so pretty, but what's their story? God knows, because this movie focuses solely on the lead big-lipped girl named Piper Perabo, a semi-interesting character, which unfortunately is not enough to carry an entire movie. I will offer my thumb up to this film's extremely potent soundtrack, the excellent gritty look and feel of New York City, the bar itself, and its high energy level when in the bar! Too bad that my thumb has to do a loop-de-loop for the film's stinky "real music" sung by the lead, the by-the-numbers story of her trying to "make it in the big city" and the lack of character development for any of the other girls (they're people, too...sniff, sniff)! Overall, I really liked the performances in this film: Maria Bello was perfect as the tough lady running the unruly bar. Perabo was good, but after seeing her in Rocky & Bullwinkle, I'm hoping that she gets rid of that "confused and shy" look real fast because it's already getting old. Garcia is sex walking. He oozes enough charm tinged testosterone to make you want to pack up and move to whatever parts of Australia this hottie is from. John Goodman was perfect as the overweight daddy with a big heart. And look for a very funny scene featuring Ellen Cleghorne as a ...secretary. You go, girl! In the end, I would probably recommend this movie to anyone who doesn't mind being [teased] for little bits and pieces, only to be brought back down by the reality of the very hokey plot. Great fashions, great soundtrack... the bar scenes alone might actually be worth it... fellas! Coyote Ugly, directed by David McNally and written by Gina Wendkos, promotes itself as a film that focuses on a group of young female, table-dancing bartenders --or "coyotes"-- who entertain and excite their alcoholized clientele (and sober viewers) with their uninhibited and often choreographed moves. However, Coyote Ugly soon reveals its true protagonist, an endearing small-town girl, and offers an inoffensive main story about her survival in the city and about the challenge of pursuing her dreams.
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Summary: Meathead entertainment
Review: Perfect popcorn entertainment for the modern caveman and his cavewoman. This is Jerry Bruckheimer's idea of a date movie. You typically see this type of behavior on E's 'Wild on . . .' programs. John Goodman is a fine actor who has obviously been compromised by a lust for money. Listen closely to Perabo's laugh--this is another Julia Roberts clone. As if one isn't enough.
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Summary: Awesome Movie!
Review: I think this movie is sooo good. It probably shouldn't be watched by children under 10 because the girl works at a bar and does dirty dancing, there also is a sex like scene.
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Summary: One of the most unbelievably vapid things I've ever seen
Review: I was trapped on a bus recently, and forced to watch this movie. This movie is nothing but an excuse to put hot, young Hollywood PG-13 girl flesh all over the screen. The fact that this movie has a high average rating is just another indicator that the pundits are right when they say the educational system is failing...
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Summary: Dont make me laugh, no really dont bother.
Review: I was forced to watch this film with my girlfirend. I admit to being a film snob, and ask alot of the film i watch. But when it comes to mindless Buckhiemer stuff i really dont mind them. Then i saw this. Badly acted, scripted and directed. This film represents the kind of mindless stagnation that hollywood seems intent on sticking with. Films like this are a disease on what sould be and is ( sometimes) one of the most creative and efective media forms of the modern day. Please for your own sanity dont bother.
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Summary: Shaken And Stirred
Review: COYOTE UGLY centers around "Jersey" gal Violet Sanford (Piper Perabo) moving to New York City to persue a songwriting career. She does so against her father"s (John Goodman) wishes. In order to pay her rent, Violet takes a job at a bar as a Coyote, that is owned by her tough boss (Maria Bello). After she has worked there for a bit, she meets Kevin (Adam Garcia) who tells her that he can help her with her goal... The rest of the Coyotes are made up of an energetic group of women, who could set the world on fire if they wanted to, they take no prisoners and mean it The film is basically a remake of the film FLASHDANCE from the 80s That said, for me, this is still a good film that I enjoyed. Sure, the ladies are lovely, and that helps, but the theme of chasing a dream is universal, and anyone with a dream will find something to like here. The scenes in the bar are great to watch and by the film's halfway mark, I found myself not caring about how how poor the script seemed Directed by David McNally, the movie is fun and light, and sometimes that's a good thing for a movie to be. No more, no less. The DVD has an enjoyable commentary track from the director, producer Jerry Bruckheimer, and the "Coyote"s There are also 2 featurette, a Leann Rimes music video, and a handfull of deleted scenes. All of this extra stuff makes for a solid DVD that is recommended
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Summary: Cool, sexy and wild...
Review: This is one of my favorite movies ever! It is a good story,a story that tell us to follow our dreams... I just say 1 thing to all the people that had [not] seen the movie... SEE IT!! It is just fabulous.
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