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12 Angry Men (50th Anniversary Edition)12 Angry Men (50th Anniversary Edition)
Buy new: $8.49 / Used from: $7.24
Yeah, it was made in the days of censorship, but there's nothing that they could have put in this film that they'd've needed to take out. It's an adrenaline rush of emotion, and although perhaps a bit "cynical" in its portrayal of jurors, it doesn't focus on the bad guys in such a manner that makes censorship "necessary".
A River Runs Through It (Deluxe Edition)A River Runs Through It (Deluxe Edition)
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $5.25
A mostly quiet, contemplative film but still a good emotional experience. But I gotta say to all of you who condemn the PG rating b/c of nudity; what exactly do you think will happen to your child/children if (or when?) they see someone naked?
Mysterious Skin (Deluxe Unrated Director's Edition)Mysterious Skin (Deluxe Unrated Director's Edition)
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Now THIS is a film I would not recommend children seeing. I don't remember any actual NUDITY in this film, but the suggestiveness combined with the subject matter make for a very shocking & disturbing, yet ultimately rewarding emotional experience. The ending is the best part(!!).
What's Eating Gilbert Grape (Special Collector's Edition)What's Eating Gilbert Grape (Special Collector's Edition)
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A VERY moving film. Basically about trials and tribulations of a dysfunctional family, focusing on Gilbert Grape, who longs for a normal life.
Being ThereBeing There
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the absolute FUNNIEST satire, and probably one of the funniest comedies ever made. The dude's retarded yet all these rich people he ends up hanging around have no clue. Irony?
A.I. - Artificial Intelligence (Widescreen Two-Disc Special Edition)A.I. - Artificial Intelligence (Widescreen Two-Disc Special Edition)
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a reviewer on Amazon made me realize that this is pretty much a "big budget arthouse" film. If you're not into "artsy" films, then...you've been warned...
Angels & InsectsAngels & Insects
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What the heck is this doing out of print? Perhaps TOO much of an "acquired taste" (in the words of a certain "hound"...). But actually, I started watching this 'cause it looked like it was gonna be some sort of "erotic" film, but somehow i was pulled into the film and was intrigued and compelled by it. Very nice surprise!
Candyman (Special Edition)Candyman (Special Edition)
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kind of an art-house/horror film; very surreal. Some say it isn't a "real" horror film, but I think it qualifies for audiences that are mature enough to appreciate it.
I Heart Huckabees (Two-Disc Special Edition)I Heart Huckabees (Two-Disc Special Edition)
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Probably one of the most underrated films; no, that is not a personal opinion, it's like what I was saying in the intro; people expect certain things from films and this film dares to confuse those people.
Heavenly CreaturesHeavenly Creatures
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If you've ever been in love with someone/something and had it taken away from you as a child, you will probably connect with this better than most people.
Bringing Out the DeadBringing Out the Dead
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A fairly original film, with a good soundtrack, beautiful images of Neon nights in NYC circa "early 90's" at the dark of night, as well as plenty of various depictions of sadness and despair.
Nowhere [ NON-USA FORMAT, PAL, Reg.0 Import - Australia ]Nowhere [ NON-USA FORMAT, PAL, Reg.0 Import - Australia ]
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it kinda sux the only way to see the USA theatrical trailer is to buy the laserdisc or find it somewhere online...but as far as the film itself goes, this is THE ULTIMATE teen angst film. You'd think it'd be available in the USA by now...
Hard CandyHard Candy
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I swear; I've heard this compared to just about every genre of film that features a man & a woman; the "crazy lover" genre (i.e.: Fatal Attraction), the "rape-revenge" genre (i.e.: I Spit On Your Grave); what is it with people? THIS ISN'T A SEQUEL; quit comparing! Is a film not allowed to be original or what?