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Dogfight [DVD]
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Genre | Drama |
Format | Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Dubbed, Widescreen, NTSC, Dolby, Subtitled, Anamorphic |
Contributor | Holly Near, Bob Comfort, Lili Taylor, Anthony Clark, Nancy Savoca, Richard Panebianco, Christina Mastin, Elizabeth Daily, John Lacy, Chris San Nicholas, River Phoenix, Sue Morales, Mitchell Whitfield, Christopher Shaw See more |
Language | English, French |
Runtime | 1 hour and 29 minutes |
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Product Description
Four young Marines compete to see who can find the homliest date.
Product details
- Aspect Ratio : 1.85:1
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- MPAA rating : R (Restricted)
- Product Dimensions : 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches; 2.4 ounces
- Director : Nancy Savoca
- Media Format : Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Dubbed, Widescreen, NTSC, Dolby, Subtitled, Anamorphic
- Run time : 1 hour and 29 minutes
- Release date : January 7, 2003
- Actors : River Phoenix, Lili Taylor, Richard Panebianco, Anthony Clark, Mitchell Whitfield
- Dubbed: : French
- Subtitles: : English, Spanish, French
- Language : English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), French (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround)
- Studio : Warner Home Video
- ASIN : B000085OY0
- Writers : Bob Comfort
- Number of discs : 1
- Best Sellers Rank: #110,992 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
- #4,426 in Romance (Movies & TV)
- #12,483 in Comedy (Movies & TV)
- #18,420 in Drama DVDs
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1 Star
DVD-R?
I think we may have been sent a bad version. Unless they are now making DVDs using DVD-R disc. Everything looks legit, until you look at the DVD and it's the blue color that tells you that it's been burnt on a blank DVD-R that anyone can buy.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2014
I will not spend time going over the story line for this film which has already been covered by previous reviews - what i will say is that it is - in the end - a tender love story that truly conveys something very simple but universally true - how we all want to be loved and how just how fortunate we should feel if we find that truly special connection with another human being - even if it is for just an evening - and even if it is with someone you never would have imagined you would be interested in let alone attracted to. I wouldn't say that I had any opinion of River Phoenix before seeing this film - however seeing this actor so flawlessly and subtly present the viewer with this initally unlikable character (albeit very handsome character) and peel away layer by layer the actual decent person who was beneath the bravado is a testament to his raw talent - you should remember after you finish watching this remarkable film that he was only 21 at the time of doing this role - when you actually see the tiny touches and emotion that he manages to convey it's quite breathtaking - and something that other 'actors' can't achieve even after an entire acting career. As for Lily Taylor - she also oozes raw talent and she is so alive before the camera. She plays a character that is not an easy one to pull off - but at the end of the film you admire the character of Rose tremendously - she really does bloom by the end of the film - but without having changed anything about herself - more by revealing in more entirety the essence of her character - which is truly beautiful. What director Nancy Savoca has achieved with this film is so commendable - she notes in her directors commentary that the crew and actors affectionately referred to this film during filming as a 'little film' - even though they knew it was anything but - and I totally agree....................90 minutes of your life that is well spent.
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023
This movie is a classic.. Both actors River Phoenix who will be remembered for his talent and Lili Tyler is amazing.. Beautiful chemistry in this scene makes me cry.. Rip to River... Beautiful performance
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Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2023
Exceptional film, very good and highly recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2006
Dogfight is a light comedy mixed with mild drama and heavy emotions. River Phoenix is the epitome of a male chauvenist pig throughout the duration of this movie. Even though he seems to develop feelings for the girl, he still somewhat keeps his chauvanistic ways, which makes the character believable. Lili Taylor embodies her character as an introvert and sweet girl. Although she has the soft and quiet voice, she has no trouble voicing her feelings and telling River exactly what she means. The wonderful part about this is that Lili, although considered chubby in the movie, doesn't lack her self-esteem and won't settle for treatment less than what she deserves. In all, this is a movie that can bring out all emotions and opinions, and definately one that you do not want to miss.
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2015
This movie is a rare, unspoken about jem. I do not know why more people do not know about River Phoenix's best movie ever. Director Nancy Savoca is on her most amazing game here. I mean, granted, she had the legendary acting that only River Phoenix could deliver- hell, if he were still alive today, there would be no Brad Pitt or Leo- I mean, River was the most genius and gifted actor of our time (gen X) . Written by Bob Comfort- the story of a bunch of marines during Vietnam era coming into town for the night and making a bet about who could bring the ugliest girl to a party- but not telling the girls why they were asked- is sickening, humiliating and uncomfortable- but the way it was shot and directed- amazing! And what happens after that is magic....Lili Taylor is amazing in her role as Rose. Very convincing. I love how the director Nancy Savoca lets the camera linger on River's facial expressions during a lot of the movie- I love the sophisticated charm and wit of this movie. I still quote lines from it with my sister. It is one of those movies that you just cannot forget. Or erase out of your mind, even though when it first came out I think I was like 16 years old and now I am 40. I watched it a million times. River died about five years after this movie was made...seriously poignant, deep, rich, moving and an ending that is nothing short of genius. Def one of my top 10 movies of all time. Man, I miss River Phoenix. There was no one like him.
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2019
I bought this movie from the $1 bin on vhs many years ago and I loved it. I couldn't understand why it never went to dvd.
It's focuses on four Marines the day before they are to ship out to Vietnam 1963. They're going to have a party - a Dogfight. Everyone antes $50 to rent a location (they're in San Francisco) and the remainder is divided into prizes. Any Marine can attend, as long as he antes up. Now they have to find dates. This is where the prize money comes in. They need the UGLIEST date to win.
Birdlace (Phoenix) is running out of time. He sees a Coffee Shop owners daughter, Rose (Taylor) , when he ducks in to get out of the rain. Eh, she's a little chubby. She'll do. He tries a little makeup sabotage on the way, but she's not having it. Needless to say, Eddie tries to abort. Nope. Rose wants to go...and she finds out the truth. Angry words follow and Rose leaves.
Eddie realizes he really enjoyed Rose's company ... and the rest you can watch for yourself. It's really worth it!
It's focuses on four Marines the day before they are to ship out to Vietnam 1963. They're going to have a party - a Dogfight. Everyone antes $50 to rent a location (they're in San Francisco) and the remainder is divided into prizes. Any Marine can attend, as long as he antes up. Now they have to find dates. This is where the prize money comes in. They need the UGLIEST date to win.
Birdlace (Phoenix) is running out of time. He sees a Coffee Shop owners daughter, Rose (Taylor) , when he ducks in to get out of the rain. Eh, she's a little chubby. She'll do. He tries a little makeup sabotage on the way, but she's not having it. Needless to say, Eddie tries to abort. Nope. Rose wants to go...and she finds out the truth. Angry words follow and Rose leaves.
Eddie realizes he really enjoyed Rose's company ... and the rest you can watch for yourself. It's really worth it!
Top reviews from other countries
simon ford
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great movie
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 31, 2023
Prompt delivery
Tomachesky Gregor
5.0 out of 5 stars
Très bon film dans son ensemble
Reviewed in France on May 31, 2021
Très bon film avec River Phoenix et livraison dans les temps.
maru
5.0 out of 5 stars
日本語字幕ありません。
Reviewed in Japan on June 28, 2021
吹き替えも日本語の字幕もありません。
まったく英語も分かりませんが大好きな作品で何10回と観ているのでセリフは頭に入ってます!と、言う方にお薦めです。
字幕がない分、映像をしっかり観ることが出来、今まで何10回と観ていたと言うのにリバー・フェニックスの細かい表情など新たな発見があったりして。
私の宝物です。
まったく英語も分かりませんが大好きな作品で何10回と観ているのでセリフは頭に入ってます!と、言う方にお薦めです。
字幕がない分、映像をしっかり観ることが出来、今まで何10回と観ていたと言うのにリバー・フェニックスの細かい表情など新たな発見があったりして。
私の宝物です。
christel
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love!!!
Reviewed in Canada on October 5, 2014
Gosh how I love this movie..Never watched it when it came out and only discovered this gem recently.Love this! Such tender and wonderful acting from both casts.River shines here as he portrays vulnerability and humanity.He was amazing at capturing the essence of a character.Great! Quick delivery and packaged well in great condition.
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MrsTennant
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ein wunderschöner Film
Reviewed in Germany on February 6, 2006
Dies ist eine etwas andere Liebesgeschichte, aber genau das macht den Film so sehenswert!
Alles beginnt mit einer Wette. Ein paar Jungs treffen sich 1963 in einer Kneipe und wollen sich noch einmal so richtig austoben, bevor sie am Tag danach nach Vietnam gehen müssen. Ziel der Wette ist es, das hässlichste Mädchen mitzubringen. River Phoenix brilliert in der Rolle des Eddie Birdlace, der die unscheinbar Rose (Lili Taylor) mitbringt. Während sich die Jungs über ihre "hässlichen" Eroberungen lustig machen, durchschaut Rose das Spiel und geht zutiefst gekränkt nach Hause, nicht ohne vorher Eddie noch die Meinung zu sagen. Dieser bemerkt, dass Rose ihm doch nicht so unwichtig ist und folgt ihr, woraufhin sie eine gemeinsame Nacht miteinander verbringen. Tags darauf zieht Eddie mit seinen Kumpanen nach Vietnam....
Eine wirklich wunderschöne Liebesgeschichte über ein ungleiches Paar. Die Geschichte wurde sehr gut umgesetzt und die Schauspieler sind wundervoll - fühlt man doch so richtig mit der armen Rose mit, der so übelst mitgespielt wurde nur weil sie nicht so hübsch aussieht wie andere Mädchen. Schön ist auch die Wandlung die Eddie durchmacht, als er feststellt, dass Schönheit nicht alles ist, und er einfach mit Rose zuammensein möchte weil sie ihn zum Lachen und Nachdenken bringt. Er mag sie um ihret Willen, nicht wegen des Aussehens.
River Phoenix spielt die Rolle so gut, dass man total gefesselt vor dem Bilschirm sitzt und die Zwiespältigkeit in ihm fast fühlen kann.
Mich persönlich hat der Film sehr überrascht, hatte ich ihn mir doch ein wenig langweilig vorgestellt. Umso begeisterter war ich - ein klasse Liebesfilm wo vielleicht die ein oder andere Träne fliesen könnte....
Das einzig negative ist, dass es absolut kein Bonusmaterial auf der DVD gibt. Überhaupt nicht verständlich für mich - gerade weil man über River Phoenix nie mehr etwas Neues sehen wird wäre es doch nicht zu viel verlangt wenigstens vorhandenes Material auf die DVD zu packen. Leider ist das hier nicht der Fall.
Trotzdem 5 Sterne von mir, schließlich kann der Film nichts für das fehlende Bonusmaterial.
Fazit: Schöner Film für Kuschelabende, aber auch zum Nachdenken!
Alles beginnt mit einer Wette. Ein paar Jungs treffen sich 1963 in einer Kneipe und wollen sich noch einmal so richtig austoben, bevor sie am Tag danach nach Vietnam gehen müssen. Ziel der Wette ist es, das hässlichste Mädchen mitzubringen. River Phoenix brilliert in der Rolle des Eddie Birdlace, der die unscheinbar Rose (Lili Taylor) mitbringt. Während sich die Jungs über ihre "hässlichen" Eroberungen lustig machen, durchschaut Rose das Spiel und geht zutiefst gekränkt nach Hause, nicht ohne vorher Eddie noch die Meinung zu sagen. Dieser bemerkt, dass Rose ihm doch nicht so unwichtig ist und folgt ihr, woraufhin sie eine gemeinsame Nacht miteinander verbringen. Tags darauf zieht Eddie mit seinen Kumpanen nach Vietnam....
Eine wirklich wunderschöne Liebesgeschichte über ein ungleiches Paar. Die Geschichte wurde sehr gut umgesetzt und die Schauspieler sind wundervoll - fühlt man doch so richtig mit der armen Rose mit, der so übelst mitgespielt wurde nur weil sie nicht so hübsch aussieht wie andere Mädchen. Schön ist auch die Wandlung die Eddie durchmacht, als er feststellt, dass Schönheit nicht alles ist, und er einfach mit Rose zuammensein möchte weil sie ihn zum Lachen und Nachdenken bringt. Er mag sie um ihret Willen, nicht wegen des Aussehens.
River Phoenix spielt die Rolle so gut, dass man total gefesselt vor dem Bilschirm sitzt und die Zwiespältigkeit in ihm fast fühlen kann.
Mich persönlich hat der Film sehr überrascht, hatte ich ihn mir doch ein wenig langweilig vorgestellt. Umso begeisterter war ich - ein klasse Liebesfilm wo vielleicht die ein oder andere Träne fliesen könnte....
Das einzig negative ist, dass es absolut kein Bonusmaterial auf der DVD gibt. Überhaupt nicht verständlich für mich - gerade weil man über River Phoenix nie mehr etwas Neues sehen wird wäre es doch nicht zu viel verlangt wenigstens vorhandenes Material auf die DVD zu packen. Leider ist das hier nicht der Fall.
Trotzdem 5 Sterne von mir, schließlich kann der Film nichts für das fehlende Bonusmaterial.
Fazit: Schöner Film für Kuschelabende, aber auch zum Nachdenken!