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Summary: Why do you have tape on your nose?......Exactlly!
Review: This line from the movie is probably one of the many reasons this movie is one of the funniest, sweetest, and innovating movies I have ever seen! Yes, the DVD does not have all that many features on it (the only reason I gave it a 4, the movie's a 5),and yes, you have to watch it a few times to get all the jokes ,but this movie is one of the best movies of my generation. Wes Anderson and Owen Wilson have a lot to do with this aspect. I would give my right pinky to just have a bit part in one of their movies or work as a crewman on the set. This movie and Rushmore have a cult following that is starting to grow in my town among college students because the humor is so intelligent and ridiculous you can't stop laughing! FACT: Simple beautiful storytelling FACT: Great cinematography FACT: Great soundtrack FACT: One of the greatest movies of the 90's. In conclusion, I'm on the run from Johnny Law and writing this review was no trip to Cleveland! CAW-CAW, CAW-CAW!
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Summary: overlooked gem
Review: If you enjoyed RUSHMORE and missed seeing this one, don't take another step, unless you're stepping towards this video/DVD. Written by an excellent duo, Wes Anderson & Owen Wilson, and directed by Anderson, this film is a witty, comic gem! A film about three suburban friends who aspire to become big time thieves, this is a true human adventure in so many ways! The Wilson brothers are so much fun to watch, and Anderson's direction is true to life. This film is hilarious and gets even better upon multiple viewings. Highly recommended!
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Summary: Bob Maplethorpe- potential getaway driver-GO!
Review: Bottle Rocket is the Cat's Pajamas. I smile everytime I think about it. As many have pointed out, this film must be seen multiple times to really enjoy it. This is absolutely true. It took me two viewings to truly appreciate its brilliance.The DVD features are limited, but its nice to have it on Widescreen. Maybe Criterion will give this the wonderful treatment they gave to Rushmore. This would be the perfect chance for us fans to finally see the 13-minute short film version the boys initially took to Sundance. (I know, I'm a dreamer, but it could happen.) I feel I must encourage everyone to buy this DVD because, sadly, this film didn't even make back its budget in its theatrical run.
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Summary: Why was the Busey kid in HomeFries. Where's Dignan man.
Review: It's like Liver. You either cherish it for the original taste, the fact that you know you like it and are glad that others don't know why you eat it, or, you just can't imagine why someone would want to eat it.
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Summary: Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant, brilliant, brilliant!
Review: I love this movie for many of the same reasons that other reviews here have listed...Dignan, the asburdity of his plans, how human and real everyone acts, etc. But another wonderful quality is the beautiful romance between Anthony (Luke Wilson) and Inez (Lumi Cavazos). It's a sweet, and again, REAL portrayal of a breathless yet awkward affair between an Anglo suburban guy who can't speak Spanish and a Paraguayan motel cleaner who can't really speak English. Still, they both have in common a feeling of drift and aimlessness (why else would Anthony allow Dignan to involve him in Dignan's ridiculous schmes?)that allows them to form a wordless bond. This is the kind of character portrayal at which the Wilson-Anderson films excel. I must say, though, that I prefer "Bottle Rocket" over "Rushmore". Maybe it's just sentimental because I saw "Bottle Rocket" first--they're both wonderful films.
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Summary: Rushmore and Bottle Rocket: The Full Review
Review: "Rushmore" and "Bottle Rocket" the two most sincere movies of the 90's I believe. They are so true to life and have so many good actors in it. I'll start with "Bottle Rocket." As I was watching this my father said, "This is horrible acting." The later he said,"Wait...they aren't acting. They're being human." And that's what it is with both of these movies. Being human...showing life for what it is and not what you see in the movies and on TV. Life isn't perfect...but it sure as hell can be funny. Wes Anderson is brilliant. In Bottle Rocket Owen Wilson and Luke Wilson are great. One of my favorite movies of all times. Then there's "Rushmore"...it is my favorite movie of all times. It's so sincere and real, and touching and funny and it's a blethera of emotions. I felt sorry for the characters, I laughed at them, and I felt their pain. Love stinks. Jason Shwartzman is great as Max Fischer, and Mason Gamble is great as his little fried...I see he's moving on to good roles from "Dennis the Menace." Bill Murray shows his true acting talents for once. I mean, Bill Murray was hilarious before...but now he's respectable. Olivia Williams is pleasant as the teacher both of them are ga-ga over, but she doesn't really have that much to do with her role. The whole movie leaves me with a smirk on my face. Life can be funny is what both of these movies teach us. It can be really funny. Bad things happen so later in life we can make jokes about it. And that's what these movies show I think. They are real as you'll ever get, no Hollywood BANG! This is life people, and you will crack up at it. Just see these two movies. They will make you actual use your brain when you are watching a comedy.
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Summary: Ahead of its time
Review: If this film were released just a few years later, I think it would've been a huge indie hit. The Wilson brothers are both so talented and funny (not to mention hotties) and they play these characters so well. The writing is witty and sharp, the filming is right-on... even the music is perfect. One of my all-time favorites, and worth owning for keeps.
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Summary: top 5 funny flicks I've ever seen
Review: This is one of the more unique comedies you will ever see. I've probably seen it about 10 times and still laugh hard all the way thru: dignan is dressed up in a yellow jump-suit on a mini bike -> futureman: "He looks like a little banana"... Kills me every time! Great soundtrack, GREAT cast, great movie!! SEE IT!!
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Summary: A love letter to Owen Wilson
Review: Owen Wilson, as both co-writer and star, has still not received his due respect. Too many people missed this movie, either by not watching it or by watching it and not getting it. It demands a second viewing (or sixteenth viewing, in my case) just to see what you might not have caught the last time. Dignan: "I'm the star. Anthony, you're the X, and Bob is the zero in the parking lot." Too subtle for some, but for those of us who like to watch a movie and think, Bottle Rocket is an outstanding comedy. Message to Owen Wilson: will you please do more movies like Permanent Midnight, wherein you do not a) die, or b) get the snot beaten out of you? I can't take anymore decapatations via chimney flue, space shuttle crashes, or (worst of all) your becoming snake food. What's that? Sidekick in a Jackie Chan flick? At least it's well-deserved exposure.
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Summary: this is the best film
Review: I would say that this film is top 3 of all time. The cast, filming, music and acting is completely amazing.
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