Lost in Yonkers

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Summary: NOT TO BE MISSED!
Review: Lost in Yonkers is one of those movies that grabs you and keeps you making faces, crying and routing for the good guys; in this case a couple of kids and their Aunt Belle. My wife and I haven't enjoyed a movie this much in quite awhile and we watch at least two movies each night. Richard Dryfus is his usual fantastic self and Belle and the 'grandma' are superb - past subperb, and, as a matter of fact the whole movie is so well acted it becomes obvious why it was a hit on Broadway. DO NOT MISS THIS ONE - no blood and gore; no blatent sex; no car chases nor burning buildings but just the best darn movie you'd ever hope to see!

Rating:
Summary: NOT TO BE MISSED!
Review: Lost in Yonkers is one of those movies that grabs you and keeps you making faces, crying and routing for the good guys; in this case a couple of kids and their Aunt Belle. My wife and I haven't enjoyed a movie this much in quite awhile and we watch at least two movies each night. Richard Dryfus is his usual fantastic self and Belle and the 'grandma' are superb - past subperb, and, as a matter of fact the whole movie is so well acted it becomes obvious why it was a hit on Broadway. DO NOT MISS THIS ONE - no blood and gore; no blatent sex; no car chases nor burning buildings but just the best darn movie you'd ever hope to see!

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Summary: This is great!
Review: Mercedes Reuhel as an eccentric auntie and Irene Worth as miserable granny steal the show from nominal star Richard Dreyfuss. There's nothing wrong with Dreyfuss's performance, in fact he's very funny as a George Raft style gangster reined in by the domestic prison of his family. It's just that the aforementioned ladies are SO good that you are constantly watching them to see what they will do next.

This wartime story centres round two boys whose father sends them to live with their grandmother so he can repay a debt. There's an air of tragedy throughout this comic film. The debt is the hospital expenses of the boys' dead mother, and much of the film is spent dwelling on this and other deaths in the family. But Neil Simon does it so well, and the comedic moments do not in any way lessen the impact of the more melancholy scenes. The screenplay was adapted by Simon from his own play and it shows, with almost all scenes set in Grandma's house. But this does not detract from what is a very well made, enjoyable movie.

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Summary: Sad, funny, angry...This movie has it all
Review: Neil Simon finally did it. One of his best movies yet! He combines comedy with drama in one movie. You can't stop laughing at Richard Dreyfuss and you can't stop feeling sad for Mercedes Ruehl and you can't stop feeling mad at Irene Worth's lack of heart toward the characters in the film. Simon really knows how to capture your heart and feelings in this touching movie. It's a must see!

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Summary: Neil Simon has done it!
Review: Neil Simon has finally done it! This is a wonderful movie. I'ts comedy and drama in one movie. You laugh at Richard Dreyfusses character and you are feel sorry for Mercedes Ruehl's character and you are angry at Irene Worth's character. This movie brings out everybody's emotions. This movie is destined to be a classic. You must see this movie to believe it's power of emotion.

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Summary: how could I not love it?!
Review: This briliant adaptation of the Neil Simon play was filmed on the very street where I live. Mercedes Rheul and Richard Dreyfuss are stunning in their roles as are 'grandma' and the boy. For me, the warm feelings are enhanced seeing familiar sites, but what stands out most of all is the characters and their touching humanity. The DVD version is a must see bringing more scope to what was already a wonderful film.

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Summary: how could I not love it?!
Review: This briliant adaptation of the Neil Simon play was filmed on the very street where I live. Mercedes Rheul and Richard Dreyfuss are stunning in their roles as are 'grandma' and the boy. For me, the warm feelings are enhanced seeing familiar sites, but what stands out most of all is the characters and their touching humanity. The DVD version is a must see bringing more scope to what was already a wonderful film.

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Summary: A classic version of the classic play.
Review: This movie was a wonderful movie version of Neil Simons play of the same name. Mercedes Reuhl as sweet if not simple Bella was stunning. Richard Dreyfuss played a classic fast-talking ganster. Jay and Arty were portrayed perfectly, while I was even afraid of the grandmother. The chillingly sad atmosphere of the play is brightened by Bella's never ending kindness and Arty's wonderful one liners.

Though not as true to the play as it could have been, for a movie adaption, it was very well done.

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Summary: Impressive
Review: We rented this movie and after that we knew we had to own it. It is a brilliant adaptation of the Neal Simon play and my whole family has watched it hundreds of times. It takes you through a roller coaster of emotions it has you laughing and crying, cheering for the young boys, feeling a little sorry for the aunt, and you feel good when you are done. I recommend it for anyone. You will love it.

Rating:
Summary: Impressive
Review: We rented this movie and after that we knew we had to own it. It is a brilliant adaptation of the Neal Simon play and my whole family has watched it hundreds of times. It takes you through a roller coaster of emotions it has you laughing and crying, cheering for the young boys, feeling a little sorry for the aunt, and you feel good when you are done. I recommend it for anyone. You will love it.