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Summary: Hockey was great, but inconsistant overall.
Review: The last 30 minutes of this film really saved it for me. It has action packed hockey, and moving drama. In the last 30 minutes, I finally sensed the bond and brotherhood theme of the movie. Unfortunately, the first hour and a half are not as good. The story doesn't go deep enough into the characters, there is an inconsistant mix of drama and comedy, and, even though gratuitious sex can be fun in some movies, it really hurt this one. My main point is, this movie was supposed to be about brotherhood and hockey, and it shows in the last 30 minutes, but the first part of the movie could have been better. Also, the gratutious sex and select language is why this movie got rated R. It would have been a great PG-13, and still would have got its theme accross without the gratuitous stuff. As for the DVD, you get a small ammount of features: a trailer and a 5 minute featurette.
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Summary: Small town sports at its best
Review: I figured Mystery, Alaska would be an okay movie, something to see with my wife on a Saturday night but nothing to write home about. I was very pleasantly surprised to find myself enjoying Mystery, Alaska; it's actually a very well-edited, well-written film which overcomes its cliches through good acting and an unusual plotline. Anyone who has lived in a small town and experienced small town sports will immediately find a soft spot for this movie. Much like the boys in Hoosiers, the heroes of Mystery, Alaska are the over-achieving yet mysteriously talented local boys who play an entirely different brand of hockey than the glitzy millionaires from New York. Yet the millionaires don't get villified; the movie isn't about them at all. This is a movie about community more than sports. One of the most effective elements of the film is the opening credits. The stunning visual imagery of a young man skating a frozen river in the middle of nowhere is just plain cool, in my humble opinion! Mystery, Alaska is a movie about friendship and support in adversity, and how you can always forgive one of your own when they set off for "bigger and better things." I would highly recommend Mystery, Alaska for anyone who sometimes just wants to go home again.
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Summary: Get Ready To Root For The Underdogs
Review: I am a woman, and yes I love hockey, and yes I love this movie. The cast is made up of loveable and endearing characters, not the least of which is Russell Crowe, who love hockey so much they play every weekend on their small home pond. Crowe gives a strong performance as the elder statesman of the group whose position on the team is threatened when a former resident (Hank Azaria) returns to stage a challenge of the Mystery, Alskan team agains tthe New York Rangers. All the while, Crowe is left feeling vulnerable because of the success Azaria's character has acheived, and he wonders if his wife longs for her former love. Burt Reynolds is great as a former hockey coach who refuses to help coach the Mystery team because of personal issues. If you love hockey you will love this movie. It's charming, inspiring, and entertaining.
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Summary: Remember slapshot this is not
Review: If you wanna see a good hockey movie rent slapshot because this one was weak
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Summary: An Inspiring Flick
Review: This film was well directed and acted. Crowe is quickly becoming one of my favorite versatile actors. The characters in this film were highly likeable. I had the privalege of seeing this on a screener from a distibuting company. On the case it says "the Rocky of Hockey". Thats just what this is, regular joes who play with heart, get a chance to play against the pros. Mike Myers has a cameo role in this film as a see sawing sports analysist. Great for any DVD collection.
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Summary: An excellent movie
Review: Russell Crowe is an excellent actor. This movie was a fun hockey film about a rag tag team from the little town of Mystery who have a chance to take on the New York Rangers. Don't take it too seriously, and you will have fun.
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Summary: Great Movie!
Review: For all of you who didnt like this movie you are nuts! I live in a small town in Alaska where hockey is one of the main sports. This movie was fun to watch and it had players that reminded me of our Hockey Team 100% Its a great movie for any true hockey fan.
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Summary: If you are a sports fan and like sports movies, you'll like.
Review: Okay, if you're trying to be a serious critic and looking for serious drama and deep story lines, you won't like this movie. But, if you're a sports fan (especially if you ever played Hockey) you'll like the show. Sure it's pretty predictible, but the actings decent and the underdog story is good, albeit typical. This isn't as good as Hoosiers, the Longest Yard, Major League or Slap Shot. But it's better than the Program, North Dallas Forty, and the Natural.
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Summary: The best hockey movie next to Slap Shot
Review: I'm a big hockey fan and I for one loved Mystery, Alaska. SlapShot will always be the best hockey movie of all time but I thoughtMystery, Alaska was great. And so did all of my hockey friends.
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Summary: Worth The Price of Admission
Review: I'll admit to having been dragged, kicking and screaming, by my roommate to see this film in the theatre. Imagine my delight when I found myself *enjoying* this movie. It might be cliched, as many have pointed out, but it is also well written, well portrayed, and very enjoyable. I can't wait till May so I can have my own copy.
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