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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Literate Love,
By Merv Humbert, Esq. (Tuttle Creek Lake) - See all my reviews
This review is from: L.A. Story (Widescreen) (DVD)
Let's get this right out in the open. This is a love story. It is nothing more, and it does not need to be. It's context is a combination of philosophical literature and Los Angeles references, which makes for a dynamic range of comedic styles; testicle humor to Shakespearean parody. The sound track adds some magic and lends a weight to a story that is nothing new to the movie business. Yet it is the combination of elements that makes this movie a favorite of mine. Cinematically, it is clean and surreal. I have read reviews that have called this movie Martin's masterpiece, and in the genre of romantic comedy, I agree. It is my favorite romantic comedy, and know that as a general rule, I hate romantic comedies. And yes, I still say this is a five star movie, definitely on my top 100 list as a Steve Martin fan and critical reviewer. If you are looking for the "wild and crazy guy", look to The Jerk or his old stand up albums. If you want an intelligent love story in a unique backdrop, get this movie.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Pure Genius,
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This review is from: L.A. Story (Widescreen) (DVD)
I have to admit, I'm not too keen on Steve Martin's newest (especially family-fare) movies, but can put L.A.Story up there in my top 5 movies of all time. Martin is a comedic genius and I get very excited to see him on Saturday Night Live, or in a movie such as this where he is truly in his element. I have owned this DVD for a few years and have put many miles on it, but long for artisan to release an updated version. Perhaps it is not on the top of the list for the studio or Martin (especially since it stars his ex-wife), but true L.A.Story fans hear me out and respond if you remember this:Throughout the film there are references to "Harry Zell" (a Hollywood player)- more than I can count on one hand, actually. If you are paying attention, you keep expecting to see a scene with Mr.Zell but alas, it ended up on the cutting floor. I can vividly remember the first time L.A.Story debuted on Showtime in 1993 or so and surprise! the debut was hosted by the talented and hilarious John Lithgow- one Mr.Harry Zell. He introduced the movie and with a tear in his eye, showed his scene at the end of the movie. I'd love the film to be completed with this scene inserted in the appropriate spot- or at least included as a deleted scene. All in all the movie is just about perfect, and people should get the Cliff's Notes to "A Mid-Summer Nights Dream" if they can't understand it.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Comedic Masterpiece,
By "scojofilm" (Denton, Tx United States of Zimbabwe) - See all my reviews
This review is from: L.A. Story (Widescreen) (DVD)
This film is an amazing acheivement in terms of comedy.In terms of filmmaking, it barely drops a notch. In twenty years from now, it will be appreciated for what it is. It takes Los Angeles of 1990 and puts it into a time capsule. This retelling of Midsummer Night's Dream in Los Angeles contains all of the mysticism and mixes it with a Woody Allen-ish sense of humor. The music in the film is perfect, all of the little jokes pay off in spades...In the background, there's as many jokes as in the foreground. Jokes you will never notice, sometimes, like the shower switching from on to slow-mo which I didnt see till my fourth time watching. Out of all my DVDs this has been played more than any. It is the one I watch when I am depressed. It is the one I watch when I'm happy. It is the one I watch to be inspired. It is the one I bring to have friends watch. Any (serious) film student or film buff should understand the beauty and art in this film...and the rest of you should like it too. p.s. dont be fooled by DVD box that says commentary...there is none.
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