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Meet Joe Black (1999, DVD)

Movie Description
This modern fantasy stars Anthony Hopkins as William Parrish, a wealthy New York City media mogul who suffers a heart attack on the eve of his 65th birthday; although he survives, he senses that his death is near. On the same day, Parrish's younger daughter, Susan (Claire Forlani), meets a handsome young stranger (Brad Pitt) at a neighboring coffee shop and is instantly smitten. As they part, the young stranger is killed and his body is occupied by Death, who is coming to Earth to warn Parrish that his death is, indeed, imminent. Death enters the Parrish household disguised as Joe Black, the handsome stranger, and although Parrish understands Death's intentions he lets the family believe that Joe Black is a young business associate. Susan is shocked to find the familiar young man at her family dinner that evening, and, as she begins a passionate love affair with the debonaire stranger, she has no idea that she has fallen not for the young stranger from the coffee shop but for Death himself. In an effort to prolong his life and his daughter's happiness, William agrees to take Joe on a tour of human life that includes board meetings, family parties, and, ultimately, romance. As long as Joe falls in love, Parrish remains alive. This version was inspired by the Alberto Casella play DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAY and the subsequent 1934 film.

Credits
Producer:Martin Brest
Cast:Anthony Hopkins, Brad Pitt, Claire Forlani, Jake Weber, Jeffrey Tambor, Marcia Gay Harden

Details
Sound:Stereo Sound, Surround Sound

Notes
DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85
Single Layer - Dual Layer
Audio:
   Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
   Dolby Surround - French
Additional Release Material:
   Highlights
   Trailer - 1. Original Theatrical Trailer
   Making-Of - 1. Spotlight on Location
Interactive Features:
   Interactive Menus
   Scene Access
Text/Photo Galleries:
   Production Notes
   Biographies - 1. Cast & Crew, Theatrical release: November 13, 1988.

Editorial Reviews
"...Hopkins in a performance of great delicacy..."
Entertainment Weekly - p.69 - Owen Gleiberman

"...Powered by a superlative cast and magnificent technical contributions..."
Box Office - Wade Major (01/01/1999)

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      Fantastic Movie
    Review created: 09/01/08
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    This movie had wonderful acting from all of the characters. You fall in love with the lady lead, and really connect with her father.


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      Meet Joe Black
    Review created: 07/26/08
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    I loved the movie. It was suspenseful and eerie. I bought it for the great actors. Actually, I purchased 2 of them. One for my daughter because I thought she would like it as well. The movie tells of 2 detectives that have to catch a deranged murderer. It was great!


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      Good movie
    Review created: 05/29/08

    I have a long time since i saw it for the last time i just want to see it again. It's hilarious how this guy eats peanut butter all lthe time.


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      Meet Joe Black
    Review created: 05/12/08
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    Very well done film, both Anthony Hopkins and Brad Pitt played their parts well. This is one of the films we watch every couple of months. Highly recomended.


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      Meet Joe Black [1999, DVD]
    Review created: 05/11/08
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    Meet Joe Black is very good movie with a few surprises. Brad Pitts and
    Anthony Hopkins give terrific performances and had nice chemistry The
    supporting cast which when put together results in a wonderful movie
    well worth the watch.


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