Rain Man (Special Edition)
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Movie Reviews of Rain Man (Special Edition)
Movie Review: A MOST SPECIAL FILM
Summary: 5 Stars
The seminal classic needs no introduction, but among the beautiful lessons I've learnt in the seven times I've watched it with rapt attention:
(1) A character incapable of emotional development ironically teaches a "sane" man to connect.
(2) The power of surprising ourselves by changing just that little bit.
(3) Appreciation for autism and how little gestures of understanding can go far.
(4) Hans Zimmer is as safe a bet for film scores as Hoffman is for character roles.
(5) Tom Cruise has possibilities too, when inevitable.
A splendid tale of spiritual transformation and acceptance, of getting in touch with things that transcend materialistic trappings. DVD features include audio commentaries by Levinson, Bass and Morrow, a deleted scene, and a making-of feature.
An invaluable possession for every serious collection.
Movie Review: CLASSIC! ONE OF THE ALL TIME GREATS!
Summary: 5 Stars
I must admit I wanted to hate this film after they robbed Hoffman of an Oscar for his role in 'Tootsie'. I think it was harder for Hoffman to pull off playing a woman than an autistic savant, but this is a great film and another incredible performance by Hoffman. Tom Cruise in an early dramtic role stands toe to toe with Hoffman and does an excellent job as his self-centered brother.
What could have been nothing more than a standard buddy flick turns out to be one of the most touching and powerful films ever made. It grows on you more with each viewing and has become one of my favorite films of all time. Lightning in a bottle here, it doesn't come around too often, so this is a film that should not be missed! The special edition DVD release has a very good transfer, 3 commentaries, deleted scenes and an original feature-ette.
Movie Review: Great Movie
Summary: 5 Stars
The five stars is for Hoffman's acting and the story. The only thing good about the special edition is that its priced reasonably, probably because there is no specials. The previous release, that is now out of print, contained both full screen and widescreen format to view. I guess for the Special edition you should have a special TV, like a widescreen 40inch plasma screen and call it theatre. ($3,000) No thanks just wanted to see a good movie on my standard telivision that is 20inch $174.00. Now the actors are harder to see because the market is pushing for those purchases of a special edition TV/Rain Man combo pack foir 3,017.00 Now on sale 2,999.99 Wow a free Rain Man special edition.Movie Review: Very strong acting from Dustin Hoffman
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie was very insightful into the life of a greedy yet lovable brother and a mental patient at the physc ward with an IQ of 176. The movie mainly focuses on the relationship between Hoffman and Cruise, who make a strong bond after Cruise heard of his father's death and wasn't left a penny, instead leaving over $3 million with Hoffman. The story takes place in various places of the West Coast, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. The story is very unique, great that made this movie win an oscar, but the main thing is the acting Hoffman produces which is so real, so touching, that it made this movie so believeable, not just a shelf throw back. 10/10.Movie Review: Great Movie With A Decent Depiction Of A Person With A Disability
Summary: 5 Stars
RAIN MAN is an excellent film that came out in 1988 when autism was relatively unknown. Though no one person on the autism spectrum is likely to exhibit all the traits Raymond Babbitt does Dustin Hoffman's portrayal of him is humane and relatively accurate. Tom Cruise is also excellent as Raymond's handsome self absorbed brother, Charlie, and I had almost forgotten what an appealing actor Cruise was as a young man. The plot is not too realistic but the movie is so well acted and the setting as the two men drive from Cincinnati to LA so well realized that it is difficult not to be absorbed in this good hearted film with a message.