Bottle Shock
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Movie Reviews of Bottle Shock
Movie Review: Bottle Shock Zooms
Summary: 5 Stars
Since I love a good bottle of wine, and because Bottle Shock had Alan Rickman and Bill Pullman in it, I couldn't wait to get a copy of this 2008 Sundance hit. It's got mass appeal and does for chardonnay what Sideways did for merlot.
Based on a true story, Bottle Shock is about a competition that pitted California wines against French wines. Of course, the French wines were supposed to win easily, but it didn't work out that way.
To find out the twists and turns of this underdog story devoted to wine, get this movie. Rickman, Pullman, and Chris Pine give steller performances. Watching Rickman drink his way through California's wine country will make you want to pack a bag and head west.
The movie is a delight from beginning to end. Just make sure you have a good bottle of wine while you watch it.
Movie Review: Definitely Worth Seeing!
Summary: 5 Stars
I saw this movie when it first came out, and then put on a tasting party based on the wines they drank in the movie. People had a great time watching the movie while drinking some of the same wines from the famous tasting (newer vintages). It is true that a lot of artistic licence has been taken, so if you care about the real facts, read The Judgement of Paris (excellent book). However, there are some hilarious lines, Alan Rickman is fabulous, and the scene of the tasting itself is a must for anyone that cares about wine. Personally, I would fast forward through the love-triangle scenes ("Jules and Jim" this film is not). Any wine lover who doesn't see it because of the negative comments about it not perfectly following the facts will be missing out on a very enjoyable film.Movie Review: Rickman Rocks
Summary: 5 Stars
Bottle ShockOnly Alan Rickman can play the part of a bemused, bewildered, pretentious Brit to such perfection you are angry when he isn't in the scene. Bottle Shock is based on the true story of a taste test featuring wine from Napa Valley against the best of France. In this light comedy Rickman shines as Steven Spurrier, the enterprising Brit living in France, who only wants to sell more wine in his shop. The plot is obvious from the start, the California segment is predictable, but the joy is watching Alan Rickman doing what he does best. Am I a Rickman fan? Oh yes, definitely, but he is the best under-rated British actor today.Movie Review: A Terrific Film!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've watched this three times and love this movie. As a long time Alan Rickman fan I try not to miss any of his movies and this is a real winner. The Los Angeles Times had a very good review of it so couldn't wait until it came on DVD. I shared it with friends and they all loved it as well. Don't miss this if you like a good story with expert acting! I did like it much better than "Sideways". Agree with the other positive reviews. This is a "don't miss"! The chemistry between Rickman and Farina is so special, I'd really like to see them together in another movie! For the young ladies, Chris Pine must be one really good looking hunk if he just got a shave and a haircut! Cute guy and a pretty good actor as well.Movie Review: Bottle Shock
Summary: 5 Stars
Wow, what a great movie! You can sense the passion for perfection that is expressed in the film both by the director as well as the characters.
Here are the extras on the DVD. Looks really good.
Commentary by Randall Miller, Jody Savin, Ross Schwartz, Lannette Pabon, Chris Pine, J. Todd Harris, Bill Pullman & Eliza Dushku
An Underdog's Journey: The Making of Bottle Shock
Chateau Montelena: One Winery's Search for Excellence
Deleted Scenes:
"It Was Just Sex"
First Alternate
The Second Wine Scam
Bo and Sam Make Love
Trailer Farm: Theatrical Trailer