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Focus (DVD, 2002, Checkpoint) 
Focus (DVD, 2002, Checkpoint)

 
Focus (DVD, 2002, Checkpoint)

Leading Role: Laura Dern
Director: Neal Slavin
Rating: Rated PG-13
Release Date: Mar 2002
Format: DVD
Additional Info: Checkpoint
UPC: 097363403425
Product ID: EPID30498013
Description: Set during World War II, FOCUS is based on Arthur Miller's first published novel. It is the story of Lawrence Newman (William H. Macy), a man who has settled into a relatively anonymous life. He lives with his mother, has held the same j...
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Movie Description
Set during World War II, FOCUS is based on Arthur Miller's first published novel. It is the story of Lawrence Newman (William H. Macy), a man who has settled into a relatively anonymous life. He lives with his mother, has held the same job for twenty years, and rarely strays from his daily routine. He even witnesses a woman being attacked outside his window and remains silent, despite a criminal investigation. His life changes significantly, though, when he gets a new pair of glasses that make him look Jewish. He suddenly loses his job and realizes he is under heavy scrutiny from his Brooklyn neighbors. His search for new employment leads him to Gertrude (Laura Dern), a woman whose Jewish features kept him from hiring her at his previous firm. They fall madly in love, despite the contrast in their personalities: Gertrude is outspoken while Lawrence is more shadowy. Her physical features cause even more conflict with his neighbors and soon Lawrence must choose between standing up to them or finding a way to fit in, while grappling with his own bigotry and fears. Photographer and first-time director Neal Slavin makes expert use of color to give the film great visual depth. This moving, subtle work is enhanced by an outstanding ensemble cast, including David Paymer and Meat Loaf Aday.

Credits
Producer:Neal Slavin, Robert A. Miller
Cast:Kenneth Welsh, Laura Dern, Meat Loaf, Michael Copeman, Peter Oldring

Details
Edition:Checkpoint

Notes
DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case - Checkpoint
Anamorphic Widescreen
Audio:
   Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
   Dolby Surround - English
Additional Release Material:
   Featurette
Interactive Features:
   Scene Access
   Interactive Menus, Theatrical Release: OCTOBER 19, 2001 (NY/LA)

Editorial Reviews
"...[The film] raises some provocative ideas..."
Movieline - Stephen Farber (10/01/2001)

"...The movie's nightmarish atmosphere is intense enough to box you into a scary corner....FOCUS builds up a thunderhead of suspense..."
New York Times - Stephen Holden (10/19/2001)

"...There is no denying the relevance of the tale..."
Rolling Stone - Peter Travers (11/08/2001)

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