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Summary: You gotta love this one
Review: I believe that every woman, including myself, can relate to this type of relatinship. You believe that keeping to yourself is better than getting hurt. In reality we all want to be loved. That the time and effort he (Pacino) puts into trying to get her (Pfeiffer), to come around to his way of thinking, make him, and his qualities more desireable. Everyone wants to find that Mr./Ms. right. We all want to be loved and wanted.
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Summary: Touching
Review: I feel this was afantastic movie. It was warm and real. It was directed towards everyday people and everyday people are the ones that watch these movies. So the relationships of these people should have been felt by everyone that watched it.
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Summary: Richly created characters tell a beautiful love story
Review: I first saw this film in the theatres and was not enthralled until several years later when I chanced upon it in video. And WAS enthralled. I have seen this movie many times now, and get more out of it each time. Al Pacino plays one of his best (and to me, sexiest) roles ( and I am a huge Pacino fan having seen every one his movies) as someone (Johnny) whose deep, powerful optimism gets him back from seeing "the end of the world." Michelle Pfieffer is completely sublime as Frankie, her range, sensitivity, and bravery as an actress create a complete character. I really cared about these people. The supporting cast adds so much, from Nathan Lane as a darling friend to all the waitresses. (Kate Nelligan could have been a leading lady too, she is spectacular). The colorful sets, the breathtaking love scenes, ( I will never think of leftover meatloaf without sighing a romantic sigh. See the movie , you will see!) Give this touching and character-driven story a chance, it is truly a wonderful movie experience!
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Summary: Magnificent !!
Review: I keep on watching this DVD over and over again. Al Pacino and Michelle Pfeiffer are really good. As the story goes, little by little, it is as if you were a part of their life. I am totally hooked to this movie. I guess it is because I can find my own fears in Michelle Pfeiffer's character but even so it is the only movie that effects me so much each time. It is a pure peace of art. It is simple, basic but it hits you straight to the heart. Don't miss it !!
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Summary: Great movie!
Review: I know it may seem silly, but this is one of my all time favorite movies! Every time it comes around on the networks, I cannot help but stop everything and watch it. It is captivating, emotional and I am sure that everyone who has seen this movie can relate (at least in part) to it.
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Summary: Beautiful Love Story!
Review: I saw this in 1991 when I was in middle school and I instantly fell in love with the movie. This film introduced me to romantic comedies and though I am not a fan of most films of this genre this one has a lot of heart and soul.Al Pacino took a break from his usual cop/crook roles to play Johnny, a sweet ex-con with a bruised heart. He's a kindred spirit looking for someone else to share his lonely life with. Michelle Pheiffer is the same kindred spirit except Frankie has been so bruised she can not get back. Frankie and Johnny go through twists and turns before Frankie agrees to go out on a date. The more Frankie sees into Johnny's world she realizes he's the one person who can help her move past her former relationship with a man who beat her. This actually scares Frankie even more and she does her best to fight Johnny's advances but ultimately cannot fight her own heart. This movie is the perfect date movie all rolled into one. It would have been a great family movie except for the thrown in sex scene between Johnny and Cora. I didn't agree with that because it didn't belong in a wholesome movie like this. The set up of the diner was refreshing and it was good to see a film where everyone was struggling for paychecks and not living in mansions and driving fancy cars. I am not from New York but I got a true sense of New York life after seeing this movie. The director ( Garry Marshall) had just come off of his super hit with Pretty Woman and proved he still had the touch of gold when it came to romantic movies. The cast was wonderful. I enjoyed Al Pacino's innocent betrayal of Johnny and he brought in a lot of himself into the character. Michelle Pfeiffer was good as well. I just wished Frankie hadn't have been so grumpy because it was hard for me to warm up to her at first. But I realized Frankie was the way she was because of the hardships in her life. This is a movie for anyone to enjoy: young, middle-aged, senior, black, white, asian. It's one of those movies that doesn't provide any culture gaps or society gaps. It's just a nice love story where anyone can relate. Everyone has had to struggle with emotions or money and everyone has fallen in love some time or another. This film combines all those elements into a breathtaking movie. If that's not enough for you to see it, check it out for the supporting characters. Nathan Lane is a hoot. Everyone should see this film at least once.
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Summary: Great Romance Movie
Review: I think that Michelle Pfeiffer is an incredible actress and portratys her character very well in this movie. It is a good story with lots of emotional tension. It's very well-directed, well-acted, and is quite entertaining to watch. I personally enjoyed it immensely and would recommend it for anyone who loves Romantic movies set in New York! (Aren't they all?)
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Summary: Very Sweet
Review: I was channel surfing, and all of a sudden I see Michelle Pfeiffer, so I figure, "I may as well watch this". I am a great admirer of Michelle Pfeiffer and her work, and i thought that this movie was very sweet and sentimental. Michelle Pfeiffer (Frankie) is a waitress who isn't a very bright and cheery person. She has been burned by boyfriends in the past, and is very edgy about ever getting into a situation where she might be hurt again. Al Pacino (Johnny), has just been released from Prison, and is looking to start anew. He moves to NYC, and gets a job as a short order cook in a small greek diner, coincedentally, where Frankie slaves. He is the new guy, and is also the nice, but lonley guy. Johnny hits on Frankie in a touching and funny way, but she refuses to date him. Eventually, she and Johnny do get together, and Frankie tells all about how she was beaten, and oooh, you can find out the rest 4 yourselves. But the ending is touching, and both actors give very good performances. Very sweet, reccomened to the sentimental person.
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Summary: A wonder romantic love story.
Review: If you have never seen 'Frankie and Johnny' you must see it. It's a great movie! I'm not quite sure if it's ok for younger children, just because of all the sex, but other wise it's charming, witty, and romantic!!! Every actor does an amazing job, but my favorite is Nathan Lane. I'm a huge fan of his. The only reason why I give it a 4 is because some of the parts are a bit slow. So please either buy this movie or rent it, it's a perfect movie for anyone who feels alone,or for anyone who needs a little love.
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Summary: An overlooked gem!
Review: Michelle Pfeiffer makes "Frankie and Johnny" an overlooked gem of a movie. She is fabulous in this movie! Al Pacino looks a bit uncomfortable, however, so it isn't perfect. Still, Garry Marshall has done an incredible job of making the transfer from a good play to an excellent film. The ensemble of a cast is well done and infectious. Most notable is Nathan Lane as Johnny's neighbor. He's a riot. There's a wonderful feeling through the entire movie, though, and with Michelle at her finest at the helm - you can't miss.
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