Once Around
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Movie Reviews of Once Around
Movie Review: It was worth it
Summary: 5 Stars
Renata Bella feels lost. She has no job, no boyfriend, no plans...that is, until Sam Sharpe bursts into her life. He's loud, he's impulsive, he's passionate, and he's in love with Renata - AND her big Italian family. Will the tight-knit Bella family accept Sam with open arms, or will Sam tear them all apart? This gem of a film pairs Holly Hunter & Richard Dreyfuss, whose chemistry is just as apparent as it was in "Always". Filmed on location in Boston, MA and North Carolina (the Bella house was in Durham, NC, and the big wedding scene was in the Governor's Mansion in Raleigh, NC), the various scenes blend together seamlessly. Casting is superb as the actors give you a sense that you're peeking into the lives of an ordinary family. Before it's over, you're sure to want Danny Aiello and Gena Rowlands to be your mom & dad. A sweet love story that will make you feel like taking a chance at least once.Movie Review: One of the Best Films of the 5 Stars
I saw this film when it first came out back in the mid-nineties on the recommendation of the late film critic Gene Siskel who hailed it as one of the best films of the year. After that first viewing it became one of my favorite films of all time. If you enjoyed director Lasse Hallstoms "Chocolat" or "The Cider House Rules", you'll enjoy this one even more. It's his best movie though sadly it was over-looked at the time of it's original release. Danny Aielo is un-believably good in this movie (whatever happened to him anyway??), and the rest of the cast is spot-on. My only criticism is that there are no extras at all. A commentary track from Lasse and even Richard Dryfeuss whould have been wonderful as well as a look back documentary. Perhaps that is coming on a new version in the future. I'm just happy to have it on DVD after a long wait. Fly Me To the Moon, indeed!!!!Movie Review: That's Italian!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have watched this movie over and over and I still love it! Danny Aiello is awesome, as are Richard Dreyfuss and Holly Hunter. Excellent cast! Being of Italian descent, I can certainly identify to this movie and the Italian traditions. Danny Aiello is the typical domineering and controlling Italian "head of the family" father. Gina Rowlands plays the submissive, protective wife wonderfully. If you are of Mediterranean background, you will definitely enjoy this movie!! If not, you will still enjoy a lot of laughs...although there is a very sad part near the end...get the Kleenex out, sit back and enjoy this movie with the entire family. Alla famiglia!!Movie Review: Once Around
Summary: 5 Stars
If you come from an Italian/American family (and I do) this is a "got to see" movie. Right up there with Moon Struck, it follows the trials and tribulations of growing up in such a family. It's funny, romantic, touching and sad. I believe it's one of Holly Hunter's and Richard Dreyfuss's best. And the fabulous supporting acting of Danny Aiello, and Gina Rolands rounds it out to be one super, see over and over again movie. Pop some corn, grab a box of Kleenex and enjoy!Movie Review: An ALL-TIME Favorite...
Summary: 5 Stars
Love this movie... have watched it untold times! Every person who has watched it with me over the years ends up loving it! It always surprises me how many people have never heard of this movie...
It has all the elements..
Plus, this is the movie that actually made me like Richard Dreyfuss as an actor! LOL!