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Last Chance Harvey (DVD, 2009)
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Leading Role: Dustin Hoffman,Emma Thompson
Director: Joel Hopkins
Rating: Rated PG-13
Release Date: May 2009
Format: DVD
UPC: 013138001696
Product ID: EPID69722297
Description: Set in London, this romantic comedy stars Dustin Hoffman as Harvey Shine, a divorced and haggard jingle-writer quickly aging out of his career and workaholic ways. With a warning from his boss (Richard Schiff) to not bother rushing back,...
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LAST CHANCE HARVEYReview created: 05/07/09
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Great movie, love can happen anywhere, anyplace. Dustin Hoffman and Emma Thompson are perfect for this. Loved it.
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This modest story has been told a million times - loveless singles who find each other. And yes, the story is way predictable, as American Dustin Hoffman ventures to London for his daughter's wedding, cross-cutting with British Emma Thompson struggling with a possessive mother, a rote job and impinging loneliness. You know what's coming. And it does. But the finesse with which Dustin and Emma handle their acting chores, squeezing every ounce of humanity from the script, and adding a lifetime of acting skills to paint their characters, is a joy to experience. The joy isn't discovery of the predictable plot developments, but of two pros filling the screen with their brand of humanity. But the script, for the most part, is nuanced and natural, rather than sitcom-y or broad, and doesn't go for the obvious line. There are rough edges in Emma Thompson's character delineation, as well as her mother's sketchy storyline, but for the most part -- when Dustin and Emma are on-screen - it's movie magic. With a lower case M, since there are no fireworks or Rocky-line denouement. But it's a special movie in its own way.
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Romantic At HeartThe chemistry between Dustin Hoffman and Emma Thompson is very appealing. I borrowed it from the local library and, after watching it twice, decided that I wanted a copy of my own.
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What an awesome storyline!
) First of all, I loved it because it had the international touch. Secondly, even though Dustin Hoffman has never been my favorite actor, I really enjoyed him in this, not to mention Emma Thompson was brilliant as always! Gives one hope for the future, no matter what the past.
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last chance harvey
) i love watching movies. and i also love doing business with the seller he is so quick to get the movie out to you. i just order it and already have it great job
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Great movie!Review created: 07/16/09
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Really like this movie because it is so true to life! "Harvey" is a good example of how many divorced "real" Dads get treated by their kids and ex-wives--as though they were second class citizens. Dustin Hoffman played the role great! It was a really good love story about two people who needed companionship as well as love and who had some "baggage" to deal with. I think you will like this movie if you like love stories about mature people. My opinion is that it is a wonderful movie and I highly recommend it.
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last chance harveyReview created: 07/11/09
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great person do deal with thanks chris movie was great service was great would do service with this person anytime
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last chance harveyReview created: 07/08/09
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) good dvd, as stated, will do bus again. also fast service. thanks product is very appreciated & will add it to my libraryn again thanks
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Last Chance HarveyReview created: 07/06/09
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Fast shipper, excellant transaction. This was a great movie. My husband and I watched it as soon as we got it in the mail. thank you~
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Movie reviewReview created: 07/01/09
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I bought this movie because I like Dustin Hoffman. I thought the movie was great. Probably more of a chick flick.
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So sweet & beautiful!I adore this movie! I put it off for a while, thinking it would be another boring love story. How wrong was I! This was perfectly sweet and heartwarming romantic/drama about a lonely man and woman who find each other, and fall in love despite their age difference. With a touch of comedy, this movie is perfect for any couple to cuddle up to, or just yourself! Dustin is so darn cute, and Emma is adorable. You can't resist their charm. Grab a kleenex box if you're prone to tears, this movie has plenty of teary-eye moments. What a wonderful film I highly recommend. Wish they made more movies as sweet as this one!!
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This was perfect. definitely use this seller AAAAAA++++Review created: 06/25/09
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This was a gift for my father for Father's Day and it arrived very quickly and in perfect condition. It was a great price too.
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Last Chance Harvey- Romantic and endearingThis movie was wonderful.
Two older people feeling jaded with love and life meet and fall in love. It's so sweet!
Watch it!!
Two older people feeling jaded with love and life meet and fall in love. It's so sweet!
Watch it!!
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last chance harveyReview created: 06/09/09
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WHAT A DELIGHTFUL MOVIE! I RECOMMEND IT HIGHLY! HAVE ALWAYS LIKED DUSTIN AND EMMA. ALTHOUGH THEY DO NOT GIVE THE PERFORMANCES OF THEIR CAREERS, THEY DO JUST FINE...BRAVO TO BOTH OF THEM!
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Last Chance HarveyGreat movie. Lots of laughs and very entertaining. It truly is a must see.
It is a movie that the whole family can enjoy and leaves a lasting impression on people that are older and alone in this world making one believe that there are still opportunities in the world to find happiness.
It is a movie that the whole family can enjoy and leaves a lasting impression on people that are older and alone in this world making one believe that there are still opportunities in the world to find happiness.
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FIRST LOVES & LAST CHANCESReview created: 05/05/09
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Features Actors:Dustin Hoffman, Emma Thompson,Richard Schiff,Liane Balaban,Daniel Lapaine,James Brolin,Eileen Atkins
Running Time:93 Min.
Rating:PG-13
Hoffman handles the title role here as Harvey Shine, an aging New Yorker facing last chances at love, career and fatherhood. As the story opens, we find him having a hard time holding on to his day gig as a TV-jingle writer. Despite a stern warning from his boss (Richard Schiff) that his job is in jeopardy, he flies to London for the impending wedding of his estranged daughter, Susan (Liane Balaban), to a chap named Scott (Daniel Lapaine).
Harvey soon comes to regret his decision to attend when, shortly before the ceremony, she informs him that she's already asked her step-dad (James Brolin) to walk her down the aisle. Devastated by the snub, he rushes back to Heathrow but arrives too late to catch a flight back in time to prevent his being fired.
Next, he dejectedly drags himself into a pub where, while crying in his beer, he becomes instantly smitten with Kate (Emma Thompson), a shy and retiring spinster. She's also down-in-the-dumps. between blind dates from hell and the constant smothering from her hovering helicopter mom (Eileen Atkins).
It is therefore no surprise when sparks start to fly between these two sad sacks, and Kate grudgingly agrees to accompany Harvey to his daughter's wedding. After the reception, Harvey puts his plans to return to the States on hold indefinitely to pursue the whirlwind romance which ensues.
Will the affair blossom into full-blown love? That is the unanswered question at the center of the Last Chance Harvey, an emotionally-restrained adventure.
Hope this helps you decide.Thanks for reading! :)
Running Time:93 Min.
Rating:PG-13
Hoffman handles the title role here as Harvey Shine, an aging New Yorker facing last chances at love, career and fatherhood. As the story opens, we find him having a hard time holding on to his day gig as a TV-jingle writer. Despite a stern warning from his boss (Richard Schiff) that his job is in jeopardy, he flies to London for the impending wedding of his estranged daughter, Susan (Liane Balaban), to a chap named Scott (Daniel Lapaine).
Harvey soon comes to regret his decision to attend when, shortly before the ceremony, she informs him that she's already asked her step-dad (James Brolin) to walk her down the aisle. Devastated by the snub, he rushes back to Heathrow but arrives too late to catch a flight back in time to prevent his being fired.
Next, he dejectedly drags himself into a pub where, while crying in his beer, he becomes instantly smitten with Kate (Emma Thompson), a shy and retiring spinster. She's also down-in-the-dumps. between blind dates from hell and the constant smothering from her hovering helicopter mom (Eileen Atkins).
It is therefore no surprise when sparks start to fly between these two sad sacks, and Kate grudgingly agrees to accompany Harvey to his daughter's wedding. After the reception, Harvey puts his plans to return to the States on hold indefinitely to pursue the whirlwind romance which ensues.
Will the affair blossom into full-blown love? That is the unanswered question at the center of the Last Chance Harvey, an emotionally-restrained adventure.
Hope this helps you decide.Thanks for reading! :)
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