Around the Fire

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Summary: Definetly one of my favorites!
Review: I thought this film is a must-see! It was very well written and if you've ever been on tour with almost any concert you can truely relate to each one of the charcters and the situations they were in. Even if you haven't this film will open your eyes! You have to see it for yourself!

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Summary: Everyone should see this
Review: I thought this movie was great! It is a must see for anyone who has ever been a teenager.

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Summary: Unintentionally Hilarious - a must see
Review: If you've ever been a fan of the jam-band scene, and still maintain some intelligence or vestige of sanity, you will vastly enjoy watching this film, again and again. Not for the soundtrack (which includes such classics as Marley, Dire Straits, Phish and Winwood), not for the actors (although there are some good ones), not for the 'authentic' lot-scene ambience. You'll love this movie because it is so unbelievably lame, you will not be able to stop laughing.

From the early scene where Andrew asks Simon what music he listens to, Simon replies "what kind of question is that?" and Andrew declares, "That's only the most important question I could ever ask you," this movie is fully loaded with some of the cheesiest and most hilariously lame moments I have ever seen. Kate Matthews, the world's most unprofessional rehab counselor, flies off the handle with no more provocation than a little junkie 'tude, then laughs at Simon for ending up in rehab. Andrew comes out with lines like "ALWAYS check the hippie pouch," and introduces Simon to guys who blow into conch shells to determine the future. A lot of guys in the movie dance with their arms above their heads, looking like complete idiots. Jennifer and Trace laugh uproariously every time Simon says something naive or stupid, leading me to wonder, was nobody else willing to be their friend before he came along? In this movie, hanging out with someone for two hours makes you a friend for life.

The best character in the movie is Kevin, Simon's "demented friend" who is in a wheelchair and at death's door for reasons that are never explained (outside of Kevin saying "I had WAY too much fun"). He asks Simon about his experience at a concert, Simon replies, "I can't put it into words," and Kevin counters sagely: "You just did." When Kevin starts strumming his guitar, entire drum circles fall silent so he can play original compositions like "I Don't Mind Failing In This World"; creative works that make the Dude of Life seem like Mozart. He abruptly dies when the plot finds it convenient, leaving Simon - who has apparently hung out with him a handful of times - to bear the responsibility of scattering his ashes. Huh?!?

Add to this inexplicable flashbacks-within-flashbacks, the spectre of Simon's mother's death (also never explained; the movie suggests she had WAY too much fun as well), and a series of festivals and concerts during which you NEVER see a band or any musicians at all (except Kevin) and you have a film that will leave you scratching your head in puzzlement and laughing out loud at the ridiculousness of it all.

It's time to open the package!

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Summary: over the edge for the 21 centurey great film
Review: this film is a great this cast wonderful and the story is good to. If you want to show your kid's the way drugs can hurt you then show them this movie. It takes time but there is a great message at the end of this film. if you like this movie then watch over the edge.

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Summary: Wonderful performances by Tara and Devon in a deep film
Review: This isn't your typical "stoner" movie. Its still a stoner movie, but its deeper than any stoner movie I've seen. Around the Fire is the story of a young man away from his family for the first time that experments with drugs for the first time in his life and realizes that when he's high, he no longer thinks about the torment memories from his childhood that fill his head. Maybe it is your typical "tennager doing drugs to escape personal problems" movie, but its diffently one you should rent. Most people like myself will find themselves drawn to his movie, somehow reminded of a certain time in their lives.

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Summary: Not your typical stoner movie
Review: This isn't your typical "stoner" movie. Its still a stoner movie, but its deeper than any stoner movie I've seen. Around the Fire is the story of a young man away from his family for the first time that experments with drugs for the first time in his life and realizes that when he's high, he no longer thinks about the torment memories from his childhood that fill his head. Maybe it is your typical "tennager doing drugs to escape personal problems" movie, but its diffently one you should rent. Most people like myself will find themselves drawn to his movie, somehow reminded of a certain time in their lives.

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Summary: THE BEST MOVIES ARE THE LOW-BUDGET ONES (ever notice that?)
Review: This movie has originality and interest. From the beginning you understand what it's all about, at the same time consisting of nothing but curiousity and anticipation. I could swear I saw my relationships in theres. What I enjoyed best about the movie was the time in which it was set, which was the core that made the movie the way it is. With tye dyes and a killer soundtrack in a time of sex, drugs, and rock 'n roll, it is a no wonder that Simon (devon sawa) became overpowered & gained a 'high' (no pun intended) through the life of no responsibilites and lack of parental control from his already disruptive relationship with his father and stepmother. This movie is "Dazed and Confused" with the sympathy, and "Trapped in a Purple Haze" with the authenticy. Great acting by Tara Reid, who plays Simons girlfriend, and Eric Mabius, who I personally loved in The Crow. The role of an instable boy who is finding his way up the man ladder (through interpersonal relationships and drugs) was a perfect role to a rising star such as Devon Sawa who is as versatile as they come (i hear he is currently attending acting classes to improve his skills; talk about ambition & dedication). 'This movie is a must see if your ready to see a movie set during that incredible time when tempations and pressures from friends overpower the influences of parents and responsibilities.'...

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Summary: INSULTING
Review: This movie has the worst script I have ever witnessed. I feel sorry for the actors-- they tried to do their job, but what can you do when you have such BAD, predictable lines? Excerpt: "Are you okay?" "Yeah." .. "I don't know who you are anymore, you don't even pay attention to me." ... "You got caught." "I totally did" "Yeah." ... "Here's a gift from all of us" "Aw, you shouldn't have." This movie is CheesY.

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Summary: So bad that it's actually entertaining
Review: This movie is crap. It's annoying to watch. Especially if you go to a lot of shows. It's done so cheesily. And what's with the faux mullet??? Even those with serious drug problems have better sense than to don a mullet!! This movie is CHEESE!! Sure this may be how some kids experience shows, but it's just done so poorly. I thought it would be a somewhat decent movie after reading these reviews and especially since there was a real actress involved, but I was just so annoyed most of the time while watching this movie and I was also embarrassed to have brought it home. Definitely rent this movie if you are even thinking of buying it, but otherwise, don't waste your money. HORRIBLE HORRIBLE LAME-ASS MOVIE ABOUT AN OTHERWISE FANTASTIC AND MAGICAL EXPERIENCE. DON'T BUY IT!!

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Summary: If 0 stars was an option, I would've chosen that...
Review: This movie is crap. It's annoying to watch. Especially if you go to a lot of shows. It's done so cheesily. And what's with the faux mullet??? Even those with serious drug problems have better sense than to don a mullet!! This movie is CHEESE!! Sure this may be how some kids experience shows, but it's just done so poorly. I thought it would be a somewhat decent movie after reading these reviews and especially since there was a real actress involved, but I was just so annoyed most of the time while watching this movie and I was also embarrassed to have brought it home. Definitely rent this movie if you are even thinking of buying it, but otherwise, don't waste your money. HORRIBLE HORRIBLE LAME-ASS MOVIE ABOUT AN OTHERWISE FANTASTIC AND MAGICAL EXPERIENCE. DON'T BUY IT!!