Calendar Girls (DVD, 2004)

Based on a true story, this delightful film will make you laugh, cry, and leave you wishing for more! The premise is a simple story about a group of ordinary women who want to do good by raising money for a charitable cause through their women's club. One idea at first seems so absurd it is instantly rejected - until a few members give it some serious thought. As the idea grows, the members in favor of it face opposition by their organization and find themselves trying win necessary approval while struggling internally to keep their commitment to the cause.
As the women work through the project, they learn a great deal about themselves, their relationships, and the unexpected effect the end result has on many others.
This story is about love, friendship, and the beauty of women 40-plus. It is beautifully shot and the well-written script is brilliantly acted by an amazing cast.
It is a witty, thoroughly enjoyable film that doesn't need fancy special effects or profanity to get its point across.
I bought this film to replace my original copy that I gave to a friend who was visiting from another state. She loved it so much that I wanted to buy her one locally, but only the latest releases seem to be available in the stores! I knew I could find what I was looking for on eBay!

I bought this DVD because I am making a presentation to a local Women's Group. I want to produce a calendar for them to help raise money for Cancer Aid & Research. I wanted them to see it was possible to produce a calendar with class and dignity. Although I don't think we will be as daring in our calendar, this movie was the perfect example of what we need to do. I actually bought two movies, one for me and one to pass around to the other ladies. If they don't 'buy' my idea,... I WILL find another ladies group that will. I am bound and determined to raise money for Cancer Aid & Research using this movie as an example. It's a comical, nice, whole-heartedly funny movie too!

'Calendar Girls' grabs you right away like the smell of an apple pie cooling on a window sill. It is warm, sweet and funny! Several members of the Womens Club in the town of Knapely are about to spice up their annual calendar by appearing naked! Helen Mirren is the instigator and how she convinces the other women to turn up the heat in the kitchen is a wonderful example of turning tragedy into triumph with a twist.

The fact that they are all of a "certain age" makes for some poignant and entertaining moments. I found the inside look into the lives of the women of the Yorkshire Dales fascinating. The countryside itself has a starring role. You don't often need the word "pluck" anymore as a descriptor, but it is aptly used here. These women have it!

It is inspiring and ordinary at the same time. The direction makes the most of the characters each and every second. Some have just a few seconds on the screen but become instantly unforgettable. You come away feeling that you know them and wish they were your friends.

There are a few gaffes (have fun finding them) and some of the villains are a bit overdone. The bits involving Rod and Jem Harper, the husband and son of Chris (Helen Mirren) slow the pace but can provide time for making some popcorn mid movie.

If you like your movies to involve your emotions and make you feel good about yourself, this is a good choice. Enjoy!

Heart warming story. I have seen the movie 5 times. Each time with a different group of people.Once with husband and another couple. They laughed, we laughed and cried. Next group was from England and they got a kick out of hearing the songs and remineising. Again with my club ladies and we laughed and made comparisons between our club and theirs. once with a friend and each time I saw it, it remained funny and I saw different things. Saw it recently with my arobics group and had a English Tea. Will see it again, Love to watch with people who haven't seen it. Maybe it appeals to women more than men.

A great movie! I bought it as a gift for my step mother. I used ebay after I check a few other sources such as Amazon.com and found it to be the least expensive on Ebay. I have had good experiences with all of me purchases with ebay.

Very Funny movie. Women, ages 30-90, will connect with the humor of finding our aging bodies beautiful. Well worth watching.
I watched it with friends, at the movie theater; then rented it and watched it with husband and kids. We all enjoyed it and decided it was worth being in our collection.
No gratuitous sex or language and the 'nudity' didn't come anywhere near what you see on a beach or by the pool.

I like this movie because first off it's funny. Any good movie has to have an element of humor in it. I like it next because of the journey these women take together from tragedy to fame. This is a good movie to watch with girl friends because you can talk about which character most resembles you and can make you think about your attitude a lot. I bought this movie mainly because I hate renting movies that I know I want to watch more than once.

It is a very good movie. I had seen it in the past and wanted to share it with friends. Ebay was a good place to purchase because of the fast shipping I have experienced in the past. I have always been very satisfied with the product I have purchased.

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I saw this movie several years ago and I'm glad I had the opportunity to buy it. It is a wonderful, tastefully done movie. Thanks.

Loved the movie and cast. It is about time someone showed how beautiful older women can be. It is not a movie I will watch over and over again but one I passed on to a older friend that needed to be reminded how wonderful she is.

I purchased this movie a long time ago. It has been off my shelf as I have loaned it to many people. The last person I loaned it to lost it. So I had to replace it.
I ordered it and received it promptly and opened it up and sat down and watched it. The DVD is in good shape and was reasonably priced. Thank you.

thought it was great! thought they had alot of compassion and their were really brave. as usual Helen Mirien was great in her role and (i may be spelling her last name wrong ) but it doesnt take away that she was great.the other ladies were great also.
It was funny and i cried with the movie also.

i love this movie and i got it for a great price, so instead of renting it and re renting now i have my very own, no dislikes.

Very, very funny. Hard to believe this is a true story. Heartwarming and hysterical - frequently both at the same time!

This has been a favorite of mine & surprised at my female family/friends who have not seen it. In 2009 I'm inviting my friends & family to join me in watching one the the best movies ever & spending some quality time with them with a movie, popcorn & a drink--of their choice, of course. Done in good taste--tells of what women will do when a loved one/friend needs help!!!!! Makes me laugh & there aren't too many movies made this day & age that can make you laugh like this movie does. I think it is one of the most endearing movies & will continue to watch it over & over. Loosing my husband early last year with cancer, I so understand the movie!!!!

I absolutely enjoyed this movie, oh so much! Not just because of Helen Mirren but the entire story is incredibly and tastefully mastered. It takes a few sad turns but this is a wondeful film containing great stories and beautiful landscapes. The acting on everyone's part is perfect and I can't say enough wonderful things about this one. A must see for any woman and yes, they have husbands, too so you fellows out there, I promise you will enjoy this one! Highly recommended film for young and old. Loved it!

I love British comedy and saw the movie trailer and thought it would be a good movie to watch. It came out in 2003 and was difficult to find until I found it on ebay and purchased it.

The movie was highly anticipated because of the movie trailer and it seemed slow at the beginning of the movie but did pick up a little bit. Overall I would recommend the movie to others as a Sunday afternoon special. It really was not a movie I would spend money to watch in a movie theatre.

There were special threads in the movie that the story carried through very well. And most parts of the movie was obvious somethings that could have been left unsaid should have, less is sometimes better.

A really enjoyable comedy/ tragedy. A chuch group of "mature" ladies decide to make a calender to raise money to dedicate a comfy couch to a hospital waiting area. Julie Walters and Helen Mirren are wonderful in their roles.

We bought this movie for a friend who is battling breast cancer, she has been asked to take part in a calender to rasie money to fight breast cancer. Remember lets all do our part to help others who face breast cancer

Understanding that older doesn't need to mean 'out-of-it.' Older folks can still contribute and be respectable doing so.

Very enjoyable. Just a touch below riske and a tad too long which was unnecessary to make its point. Very worth while and well worth the time it takes to watch. I would suggest that the viewer use english subtitles to augment the reality of the Yorkshire pronounciation and accent.

What a great chick flick! You'll laugh one minute then cry the next. I'll never be able to buy cinnamin buns again without thinking of this movie. English women have a reputation of being kinda stiff, but this movie will change that opinion.

I bought this movie as a gift. It's a favorite of a friend of mine. I've watched the movie when it's been on TV and enjoyed it. Would consider it a "chick flick". It's about a group of older women who decide to sell a calendar to make money for their church. It's a tastefully done calendar of them, however it receives some negative response from the public since it's a church group of older women. Some fun humor when the older women actually have a hard time opening up to the photographer to pose. British.