Gloria
by John Cassavetes
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Actor: Buck Henry, Gena Rowlands, Gregory Cleghorne, Julie Carmen, Tony KnesichDirector: John Cassavetes
Brand: Gloria
Cinematographer: Fred Schuler
Writer: John Cassavetes
Editor: George C. Villaseņor
Producer: Sam Shaw
Producer: Stephen F. Kesten
DVD: Region Code 99
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Subtitled); French (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled); English (Original Language)
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: Anamorphic Widescreen, 1.85:1
Running Time: 123 minutes
Published: 2003-02-01
DVD Release Date: 2003-02-25
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Movie Reviews of Gloria
Movie Review: GLORIA (1980)
Summary: 5 Stars
The gifted Gena Rowlands garnered an Oscar Nomination for her magnificent portrayal of the world-weary, street-wise Gloria Swenson. I love this movie, I love strong, powerful women, and I love Gena Rowlands, who is one of my favorite actresses. As a matter of fact, this is the film that introduced this amazing talent to me all those years ago. As a lifelong fan, I've watched every film that she has appeared in since viewing the film "Gloria" and I often revisit "Gloria" as well. It's a totally engaging story, and one cannot help rooting for Gloria and Young Phil to survive and triumph over it all.
Directed by the late, great John Cassavetes (1929-1989)"Gloria" is the tale of an embittered, one-time gangster's girlfriend who is not necessarily looking for absolution as much as she is seeking peace of mind. However, when fate intervenes, Gloria has to choose between self-preservation or protecting the young life that has been entrusted to her. Filmed in and around New York City in the late 1970's this film is infused with a gritty realism that is often lacking in films of this genre. The acting is top notch, and Gena Rowlands chews the scenery with her fiery, tough as nails performance. John Adames is simply adorable as the young victim, and he manages to hold his own with the great Gena Rowlands. I would highly recommend this film to anyone who is a fan of director John Cassavetes, actress Gena Rowlands, or gangster films in general.
An interesting tidbit for you horror movie fans: The beautiful and talented Julie Carmen, (Regine Dandridge of Fright Night Part II) appears in a brief cameo role as Phil's mother. Great Movie, a truly great movie.
If the Mob were ever after me, I would definitely want Gloria to protect me!
SONY PICTURES PRESENTS:
A JOHN CASSAVETES FILM
"GLORIA" (1980)
STARRING: GENA ROWLANDS, BUCK HENRY, JOHN ADAMES, TOM NOONAN, AND JULIE CARMEN AS JERI DAWN.
DIRECTED BY: JOHN CASSAVETES
RUNNING TIME: 121 MINUTES
RATING: PG (PARENTAL ADVISORY)
GRADE: A+
Summary of Gloria
An ex-gun moll works to protect a young Puerto Rican boy from assassination by the New York mob.Genre: Feature Film-Action/Adventure
Rating: PG
Release Date: 25-FEB-2003
Media Type: DVD
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