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Summary: Excellent character-driven movie
Review: I love hockey, and I love David E. Kelley, so it's no great surprise that I also loved "Mystery, Alaska." Russell Crowe, Hank Azaria, Colm Meaney, Ron Eldard, and Kevin Durand all turn in convincing, heart-warming performances, and the setting (in Banff) is just spectacular.The story takes places in the fictional town of Mystery, deep in Alaska's mountains. It's incredibly cold there, and the town's favorite pasttime is hockey. The Mystery boys are undefeated on pond ice, and the Saturday game is a huge deal for the little burg. Hank Azaria's character had left Mystery to pursue a writing career, and made the town famous with an article in "Sports Illustrated," which caught the eye of NHL bigwigs. The bigwigs signed the New York Rangers, one of the NHL's long-standing great teams, to come up and play an exhibition game against the Mystery team. The results of that decision are what drives this movie, and in the end, winning or losing the game itself isn't what's important. It's a story about communities, relationships, and the strong bonds between teammates. Don't let this fool you into thinking it's a chick flick, tho; it's a movie that men and women alike will enjoy. There are laugh-out-loud moments, and lot of big grin moments, and a few very heart-touching ones as well, but nothing overly-sappy. The DVD extra features are sadly lacking, though, the only one of interest being an exceedingly brief behind-the-scenes featurette, which has a few moments of interest, but generally doesn't have anything overwhelming to offer. I would have loved to have seen some outtakes of skating mishaps and cut-ups. Alas. I really recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys strong character performances and films such as "Doc Hollywood," which offer an insight into the life of tiny towns.
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Summary: Awesome Movie
Review: For all you hockey lovers out there this movie is for you.
This movie is all about this team that just played hockey in there hometown who basically become very well known and good and there is romance twists in this movie as well. This movie is just soooo good I recomend it to anyone. I rate this movie a 10+.
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Summary: A Nice Change of Pace for Crowe!!
Review: I just saw this movie and I liked it...ALOT!! I am a new fan of Russell Crowe and I'm catching up on his movies. This movie surprised me...especially the ending!!! This film is listed under "comedy" at my video store, but it seemed to be more of a drama, but there were some humorous moments. This is a simple, heartwarming movie. The people in this town has so much pride...they value their weekly, all important "Saturday" games. I really liked Russell Crowe in this. It's such a nice change of pace for him. I would like to see him in more movies like this, and I LOVED his hair and he smiled alot, which is such a beautiful smile. IF you like good, heartwarming, feel good movies, then I would recommend this one!!
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Summary: Best part is Russell Crowe of course...
Review: This movie is a bit course but it is still entertaining because first of all, Russell Crowe can make anything entertaining. Secondly, one can't help but get into the story and root for these Alaskans who play hockey for the absolute love of the game. I myself do not care for hockey. However, I found myself getting into it as I would be if I were watching a boxing match if it were Sylvester Stallone in the role of Rocky. Oh Yeah! The role of Russell as a insecure, committed husband with sexy long hair was also a real plus. Can you imagine,ladies? Whew! A good movie for gals and guys alike. Putting Russell off the team as he is a bit older and slower was enough to get the old heart pumping with indignation. If anything, one must continue watching just to see if he gets to play again.
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Summary: A have-fun, feel-good movie!
Review: Against a gorgeous background of snow-capped mountains, Mystery, Alaska tells the story of a small town which is united by its love of hockey and pride in those who play it. The best players participate in the "Saturday Game" where citizens play 5-on-5 hockey on a small pond with no lines, no boards, but lots of fans. A former Mystery resident, now a promoter, comes back to his home town with a proposal that the hometown boys take on the New York Rangers. What are the chances--but who cares when the town joins together in mutual pride to face down their vaunted rivals. Nothing too deep here, but just good fun and old-timey, small-town spirit. You'll find yourself cheering for the undermanned team from the frozen north and having a great time while doing it.
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Summary: Put your skates on!
Review: Everybody ice skates in Mystery, Alaska. There's ice all over the place so the citizens put it to good use with a weekly hockey game among the local athletes. When a local who left manages to get an exibition game with the New York Rangers, the town goes into a turmoil. It's a look at the workings of a small town and all the politics that takes place. Everything that happens is entertaining and heartwarming and the ending will have you cheering with the citizens of Mystery.
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Summary: A movie that leave you feeling good!
Review: This movie is about a small town hockey team in Mystery, Alaska whose talent draws a professional city team to meet them in a challenge. Crowe, the coach of the team decides its time to put on his skates again and join his friends in this battle on the ice. This movie is good and it leaves you feeling good at the end.
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Summary: One of the best movies, ever
Review: I loved this movie. First off, because it was a great story, very unlike the typical hollywoodized drivel that the studios usually see as necessary to sell a movie. David E. Kelly has created a wonderful world in the fictitious town of Mystery, Alaska, which characterizations memorable of most of his successful television shows. Secondly, I loved this movie because of it's casting...BEFORE Russel Crowe was "Russel Crowe," where it seems the actors were cast to best fill their roles rather than to bring up numbers at the box office. This movie made me want to go out and learn how to play ice hockey. If you love movies about overcoming obstacles to live the american dream, you'll love this movie.
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Summary: Heart To Spare !
Review: This is such a perfect little movie, with heart and guts and just the right ammount of small-town quirkiness...A true "crossover" film IMO that will appeal to as many women as men and non-hockey/sports fans as well because of it's well-told story. Even with the obvious homage paid to films like "Rocky", "Mystery,Alaska" stakes it's own unique place in the underdog-genre of film with characters you can't help but care about,great outdoor winter photography, a stirring soundtrack and just superb performances by Russell Crowe, Burt Reynolds and Mary McCormack. A definite keeper for the video/DVD enthusiast to be pulled out again and again for an emotional pick-me-up...
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Summary: Very entertaining!
Review: I really did like this quirky movie. It was very entertaining and you really care about the character Crowe portrays...although his long hair needed a major cut job. It was interesting to see him play the role of loving husband and father. He does quite well and convincingly too. The big hockey game in the end is very edge of your seat. I liked it alot and am glad to add it to my collection of Crowe films. He is such a versatile actor. I always enjoy watching him. The movie takes on a "Northern Exposure" feel but the characters aren't quite as strange...more down to earth. It is very enjoyable.
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