Jeffrey
by Christopher Ashley (III)
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Actor: David Thornton, Lee Mark Nelson, Peter Jaconson, Steven Weber, Tom CaylerDirector: Christopher Ashley (III)
Brand: TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENT
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround; English (Subtitled); French (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled)
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.85:1
Running Time: 94 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2003-06-03
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Movie Reviews of Jeffrey
Movie Review: Hilariously romantic classic!
Summary: 5 Stars
I rushed out to purchased this DVD on the day it was finally released to replace my worn-out, well-loved VHS copy. I always enjoy a very good, intellectual and fun gay themed movie, and this film never falls short in bringing me just that!
Jeffrey, played by actor Steven Weber, has given up sex. "No sex... you mean just safe sex!"... nope, he has traded in the opportunity to begin a fulfilling relationship with the dreamboat, Steve (Michael T. Weiss); and instead, satisfy his own personal convictions. "What, no nasty?!" Throughout Jeffrey's journey of self-realization, we meet Father Nathan Lane ("Say five Hail Mary's and bring me your shorts!"), motivational speaker Sigourney Weaver ("Don't look to me for answers...look to yourself!"), bad Perm Kathy Najimy ("I can walk!"), interior designer Patrick Stewart ("Oooh! Get her!") and not to forget his trophy boyfriend, Darius ("All for toast! Get over it!"). The movie is a non-stop, side-splitting adventure to find true love and hold onto everything Jeffrey finds dear, such as family, friends and, of course, Mother Theresa.
The acting in this film is superb and flawless. Each gave a memorable performance and projected their superior talent in capturing the likeable personalities of their characters. The chemistry that existed among this excellent cast fashioned the film into what it is today...a true classic!
The music score is also worth mentioning as it pulled the whole artistic endeavor together to create a seamless masterpiece. The wide variety of enticing beats along with an astonishing use of color..."think about it"...has conveyed a visually and aurally appealing effort that shines above the rest, is appreciated by many, and is cherished by the gay community.
I have recommended this film to numerous people, regardless of sexuality, who thoroughly enjoy it as much as I do. Now, I recommend it to you as I am sure you will welcome this time-honored classic and value it for all that it has to offer. Make sure to spoil yourself and pick this one up today!
Summary of Jeffrey
Surprisingly lighthearted and witty, Paul Rudnick's Jeffrey (based on his off-Broadway play) was one of the first films to tackle the AIDS crisis without patting itself on the back or offering everything up in a sobering movie-of-the-week scenario. The titular Jeffrey (Steven Weber) is a happy-go-lucky gay man who suddenly comes face to face with the fact that AIDS has turned sex into something "radioactive." Paranoid in the extreme, he vows to become celibate--at just about the same time that hunky Steve (The Pretender's Michael T. Weiss) saunters into his life, eyes twinkling and hormones raging. The only problem is that Steve, for all his muscles and charm, is HIV-positive, thus setting Jeffrey's deepest fears into motion. When it was written in 1995, Jeffrey struck a nerve in mining the fear that a number of gay men felt during the height of the AIDS crisis. Even just a few years later, though, Jeffrey's paranoia (what, he's never heard of condoms?) seems dated, and his behavior more self-damaging than self-aware--basically, he needs a slap upside the head as opposed to therapy. Still, Rudnick (who went on to pen the more mainstream In and Out) is never one to pass up a witty one-liner or an opportunity to poke fun at anyone, and Jeffrey now stands as a hilarious, sometimes poignant portrait of gay single life and the perils of dating in a paranoid time. Weber's Jeffrey is simultaneously open to the possibilities of life and fearful to embrace them, and Weiss is, well... gorgeous and funny and sexy beyond belief. Still, it's Patrick Stewart, as Jeffrey's interior decorator best friend, who effortlessly steals the film with his cutting wit; in his mouth, Rudnick's lines are priceless gems. With a host of amazing cameos, including Sigourney Weaver as a conceited New Age maven, Kathy Najimy as her sad-sack follower, Christine Baranski as a high-society hostess for a roundup-themed charity dinner, and a top-form Nathan Lane as a gay priest who seems to have discovered the meaning of life--literally. --Mark EnglehartFrom the witty whimsical mind of acclaimed writer Paul Rudnick (In & Out Addams Family Values) and celebrated stage director Christopher Ashley comes a hilarious star-studded boy-meets-boy romantic comedy! Steven Weber Patrick Stewart Michael T. Weiss Bryan Batt Oscar? nominee* Sigourney Weaver Golden Globe? nominee** Nathan Lane and Oscar? winner*** Olympia Dukakis star in this "warm and humorous exploration of all-too-human relationships" (Boxoffice) in the age of AIDS.Disenchanted with the not-so-romantic side of safe sex sweet single and obsessive Jeffrey (Weber) vows to become completely celibate! No sooner has he sworn off sex than he meets hunky sensitive Steve (Weiss). But just as passion starts to ignite Steve reveals some earth-shattering information leaving Jeffrey to choose between losing the man of his dreams or taking a risk on what just might be true love!*1988: Actress Gorillas in the Mist; 1988: Supporting Actress Working Girl; 1986: Actress Aliens**1996: Actor - Musical or Comedy The Birdcage***1987: Supporting Actress MoonstruckSystem Requirements:Running Time: 94 Min.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: COMEDY Rating: R UPC: 027616878908 Manufacturer No: M101884
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