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Summary: Simply unforgettable
Review: I have watched this movie at least three times and everytime, it doesn't fail to move me. It's a rather underrated movie except for the Oscar nomination for Diane Keaton who shines supremely as a luekemia-striken woman caring for a vegeatated father and an absentminded aunt whose on a pacemaker.
Diane's only hope is a match in her sister Meryl Streep and her sons. But Streep is a woman who's faced with a broken marriage, a rebellious elder son and worst of all, an estranged relationship with her family.
When tragedy strikes and she is being called home, she learns to re-assess her life pirorities as well as learn new things about her sister (and family) that she's never known before. Through all these, an amazing bond takes place between her elder son, Leonardo Di Caprio and his aunt, Diane Keaton. An unforgettable scene was when DiCaprio's character took his aunt on a wild car-ride in the sea that sealed their bond.
The story of initial despondence and eventual hope and reconciliation is nothing new but what works here is the amazing acting (especially by Diane Keaton and the funny doctor played by Robert De Niro who also produced the movie), and poignant direction.
Give yourself the chance to be touched by the wonders of human relationship.
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Summary: An Emotional Rollercoaster
Review: "Marvin's Room" is not only a wonderful movie that has both comedy and drama, but it has an excellent cast. I was very surprised that it wasn't nominated for Best Picture at the Oscar's. Diane Keaton and Meryl Streep shine as two sisters who have not seen each other in twenty years. Their bond is very easy to relate to. And then you have Leonardo DiCaprio (beofre "Titanic"). He is wonderful as Hank, the older son of Lee (Streep). You can tell that he wants attention, mainly from his mother who has her sights set on other things. Bessie (Keaton), in a very moving and loving way shows Hank that he is loved, by his mother and by herself. I thought that the car-ride by the water was wonderful. It showed the two of them bonding, which is what they do more and more as the film progresses. Gwen Verdon is wonderful as the absent-minded Aunt Ruth who really brings a lot of comedy into the movie. Hume Cronin was simply wonderful, even though he didn't have any actual speaking lines, his actions throughout the movie seem to bring the disfunctional family together. Robert DiNero plays the very kind Dr. Wally who also brings a sweetness into the film. But the person who, in my opnion, really shines in this film is Diane Keaton. She has a rare talent and it definitely shows in this movie. The ending was so wonderful as well. I am glad that they ended on a positive note instead of a sad one. My advice: Rent this movie!!!!!
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Summary: Nothing Like It!
Review: How can the feelings evoked by Marvin's Room be put into words? I'm not sure that they can, in fact. This movie is one of the most unique that I have ever seen. It is handled in a way that is touching and real; the heart in this movie is truly genuine. Leonardo DiCaprio is a wonderful actor who creates another brilliant portrayal of yet another troubled youth in "Marvin's Room" but the credit in this movie really belongs to the sisters, played by Diane Keaton and Meryl Streep. I have been a long-time fan of both actresses, but this movie is truly the starring moment for both of them. The beauty of "Marvin's Room" is in it's simplicity. There is nothing forced about this movie, and it seems to flow directly to the heart from the heart. Whether or not you are a fan of the stars of this movie, I have no doubt that you will be able to enjoy this film for what it is and for the heart and the feeling that have been put into it.
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Summary: DEEPLY MOVING ROLLERCOASTER OF EMOTIONS
Review: Instead of the usual over-the-top heavy-sentiment scenes in a dysfunctional family, Marvin's Room finds a clever, non-contrived way to end by leaving its characters at a magical moment of mutual understanding. It is one of the most powerful endings I've ever seen in a film. Greatly acted by almost everyone (including a very young Leonardo Di Caprio), great score, excellent screenplay, a tinge of wry humor through it all, and gutwrenching emotion. I picked up the DVD for Streep, and found her character a little one-dimensional. But when I really think of it, the most remarkable thing about the film is how it reveals how similar the two sisters are, despite their non-trivial character differences. Both abandon one part of their family to sacrifice for another part -- they each merely take different parts, and that's why Lee's character is not as bad, selfish or one-dimensional as she first seems. Lee's problem was understanding love. Despite all her lovers, Lee (Streep) had to learn the real meaning of love from her spinster sister Bessie (Keaton). Worth buying, as anyone with a heartbeat will watch this gem more than once. Highly recommended.
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Summary: DEEPLY MOVING ROLLERCOASTER OF EMOTIONS.
Review: Close to a perfect movie as you can get. Instead of the usual over-the-top heavy-sentiment scenes in a dysfunctional family, Marvin's Room finds a clever, non-contrived way to end by leaving its characters at a magical moment of mutual understanding. It is one of the most powerful endings I've ever seen in a film. Greatly acted by almost everyone (including a very young Leonardo Di Caprio), great score, excellent screenplay, a tinge of wry humor through it all, and gutwrenching emotion. I picked up the DVD for Streep, and found her character a little one-dimensional. But when I really think of it, the most remarkable thing about the film is how it reveals how similar the two sisters are, despite their non-trivial character differences. Both abandon one part of their family to sacrifice for another part -- they each merely take different parts, and that's why Lee's character is not as bad, selfish or one-dimensional as she first seems. Lee's problem was understanding love. Despite all her lovers, Lee (Streep) had to learn the real meaning of love from her spinster sister Bessie (Keaton). Worth buying, as anyone with a heartbeat will watch this gem more than once. Highly recommended.
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Summary: Thumds up!
Review: Since the movie was put on the screen only for a few weeks have in Seoul. It's too short for its all star cast (Meryl streep, Diare keaton, Robert Deniro, Leonardo Dicaprio)-I couldn't but have a little suspicion of the film itself. Not that I care about box office. From the first scene the cloud of doubt began to break away. I could have hard to draw my eyes off the screen for a second,in fact,after the end deep impressions deprive me and my friend of our power of speech. While seeing this movie, I felt something awesome & inspiring from the bottom of my heart. Nothing is more valuable than my family, or rather love between families. It is like that all the actors show elatingly what the real act is or how to act. Like many other viewers, my favorite scene - I think, most touching & exciting is when Bessie & Hank were driving on the beach. The story of drowned man told by aunt Bessie was also impressive & unforgettable to me. I've added this to my list. The first five places are all filled with Leo's movies. END
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Summary: Marvin's Room
Review: Beautiful, touching and funny film that shines on every level. Two long-estranged sisters, Bessie (Diane Keaton) and Lee (Meryl Streep), come together when Bessie discovers she has lukemia and needs Lee and her two sons, one of whom is a patient in an Ohio mental hospital (Leonardo DiCaprio) to be tested in order to save Bessie's life. With a beautiful music score, simple but inspiring direction, compelling performances (especially from Keaton, DiCaprio and Streep), and a simple but moving story, this is one of the true classic films of all time. "Marvin's Room" is a must for all to see.
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Summary: Good Performances In A Good Movie
Review: This movie is based on Scott McPherson's off - Broadway play. It has been turned into a wonderful little movie. A movie that is sort of one of those lost gems. Meryl Streep heads an impeccable all star cast as a woman who comes back in contact with her long estranged sister, played by Diane Keaton. Keaton's character has been taking care of her and Streep's very old and very ill father(played so realistically by Hume Cronyn). Keaton's character then finds out that she has leukemia and needs a bone marrow transplant. The only donors that can help are Meryl and her wayward kids(headed by the solid Leonardo DiCaprio). Meryl and the kids head down to Florida where Keaton is and, well, they bring along some of their own little dysfunction. The movie is sad, but not in the ball your eyes out way. It avoids the usual scenes of death beds and a huge dying scene. None of that is here. The movie is about the family, and the two estranged sisters coming together. Not to mention Meryl's character coming to terms with her son Hank(Leo). The film definitley hits some emotional highs, but it's not, as I've said above, the usual way we've seen it a hundred times before. Robert De Niro appears in a fairly small role as Keaton's character. He also co-produced the film. Our main stars here all shine brightly. Keaton is great, as always. Meryl and Leo makes their characters believeable, if not very sympathetic. In the end, it's Keaton who shines the brightest. Marvin's Room is a nice family drama that was horribly overlooked and forgotten by most people. Give it a chance.
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Summary: I am deeply touched..
Review: Just a few minutes ago, I was watching this uniquely directed movie. I was deeply touched, from the bottom of my heart. I always admired Diane Keaton, she is such a revolutionary to the acting world. It made me cry, but with a hint of spunk. This movie truly shows, that people can change.. and we do need kindness in this world, probably more of it. I love this movie, I can wait till I get the DVD!
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Summary: Heartfelt
Review: "Marvin's Room" is a great movie to watch with the whole family. This drama has many emotional scenes which explore the meaning of life vs. death and the meaning of love. It proves the importance of family because one never knows when a loved one is needed. Diane Keaton's Oscar nominated performance as a leukemia patient creates the movie's foundation. Her quest for a bone marrow transplant creates many twists and turns throughout the whole movie. Leonardo DiCaprio's performance as a rebellious teenager inflicts most of them to the audience. Everyone knows Meryl Streep performs only at her best. "Marvin's Room" is no exception. The cast and crew's help in creating this wonderful movie leads the audience to a surprising conclusion that one is forced to think about the outcome. There's a reason the writers did this, and the viewer must think about why. Hint: it may reflect real life.
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