Peter's Friends
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Movie Reviews of Peter's Friends
Movie Review: FINALLY!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have been checking on this film for over two years to come on DVD! I had a VHS copy that finally died after so many viewings. I will be pre-ordering this one. I saw this for the first time in college and fell in love with the film. Now Hugh Laurie is on my favorite show...House, and it is strange to hear him have an American accent!
This is for me, a quintessential friend film. Though often compared with "The Big Chill", I prefer this british model every time. With a sterling cast with stand out performances by Kenneth Branaugh and Emma Thompson, it is filled with amazing humor ("fill me with your babies!") and tears of joy. Not to be ignored is Rita Rudner who plays a wonderful character as Branagh's AA partner/actress wife. Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie and a very pre-Umbridge Imelda Staunton are also fantastic in the film. The most touching of scenes in the film occurs with the Fry/Staunton couple finally dealing with the death of their son. (The camera shot of them sleeping cuddled has stuck with me for years.) Though it does fill the cliche, I laughed, I cried, I ... will buy this movie the minute available.
Movie Review: One of My All-time Favorites!
Summary: 5 Stars
Suffice it to say that this is a film not to be missed. An extraordinary mix of drama and razor-sharp comedy... not to mention a terrific soundtrack... it is a real crowd-pleaser. I've watched it many times with many friends and every one of them has enjoyed it as much as I. The acting is top-notch across the board, with two of my favorite actresses, Emma Thompson and Imelda Staunton, in the ensemble.
Comparisons to "The Big Chill" were commonplace when "Peter's Friends" came out, but the latter is really superior in every way (not to take away from the former). This is a truly terrific movie, well-directed and with a wonderful screenplay co-written by Rita Rudner.
I am really excited that the US DVD is now going to be available. If you haven't yet seen this, I can't recommend it highly enough. If by chance you buy this and are disappointed, I invite you to send me a very strongly worded eMail. Of course, I'll take it with a grain of salt as I'll just have to assume that you are an idiot!
Movie Review: Peters Friends: You owe it to yourself to buy this!!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is quite simply, one of the best films I've EVER seen. First saw it years ago on VHS, and was blown away. Have been searching for it on DVD for so many years, I'd really given up hope it would ever be available. The acting is superb! The chemistry between the cast is dynamic. The music is a potpourri of 1980's classics. And a great story. When I managed for Hollywood Video, this was a film I recommended everyone see, and I will say, without exaggerration, that everyone who watched it liked it. And a LOT of people watched it. Those who were skeptical, walked out with a free rental. And loved it! Needless to say, my store probably lost money on Peter's Friends, but it was all worth it. To spread this film to the public was my mission, and I served it well. Kenneth Branagh created a true masterwork, and for fans of "House", Hugh Laurie is great. Stephen Fry, Emma Thompson, all are great. I am not exaggerating when I say, you'll love it!Movie Review: Wonderful film
Summary: 5 Stars
I fell in love with this film when I saw it in the theatre. The DVD has made me fall in love all over again. While there are a couple of over-the-top performances, it makes for a great film that examines what happens to old school friends. There are a couple of scenes that jump out at me; when Hugh Laurie and Imelda Staunton are arguing on the bed; and when they all gather around the piano to sing.
Many of my favourite actors are in this film and they don't disappoint. While a couple of performances are over-the-top, most are very good.
The screenplay has some great moments and the choice of music is perfect. It brings me back to the time when I graduated from College; those songs were the soundtrack of my life.
Movie Review: What A Joy To Watch!
Summary: 5 Stars
It's difficult to believe this film is 16, 17 years old. Of course all the actors are much younger in the film, so obviously, it isn't current. Wonderful cast. Beautiful setting. The stately English mansion through the fog is breathtaking. Everyone is so believable, and so interesting that you just get sucked into it and, in an instant, it's over. The authenticity of the people is right-on. I was so delighted to get my copy this week when it finally came out (February 12, 2008). I watched it last night with a glass of wine and nibbles, and just fell in love with it all over again. Stephen Fry is such a delight to watch. You want to just hug him through the screen. Everyone just glows. A wonderful film for the ages.