Moon Over Parador

Moon Over Parador


Starring:Edward Asner, Sonia Braga, Roger Aaron Brown, Dick Cavett, Charo, Dana Delany, Richard Dreyfuss, Dann Florek, Milton Gonçalves, Michael Greene, Polly Holliday, Raul Julia, Reinhard Kolldehoff, José Lewgoy, Ike Pappas, Richard Russell Ramos, Fernando Rey, Marianne Sägebrecht, Jonathan Winters
Studio: Universal Studios
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
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This underrated film by director Paul Mazursky stars Richard Dreyfuss as an underemployed actor who is offered a great acting role, though outside of New York. Still, beggars can't be choosers and he accepts--only to discover that the part involves impersonating the dictator of Parador, a troubled Central American country on the verge of revolution. The dictator has died, but his chief adviser (Raul Julia) doesn't want that news to come out; he'd rather continue the charade that the big guy is still in charge. And to his surprise, the actor discovers that he enjoys the acting challenge, until he figures out that Julia is positioning himself to take over as the country's true strongman. Naturally, Dreyfuss also discovers that, aside from enjoying the perks of power (including the late dictator's toothsome mistress, Sonia Braga), he actually has the power to do some good--to Julia's chagrin. Dreyfuss captures the actor's insecurity, while Julia is hilarious as the wild-eyed adviser to whom torture is second nature. --Marshall Fine
Moon Over Parador
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Moon Over Parador
  • Moon Over Parador
  • Another great funny movie
  • Classic Comedy
  • Richard Dreyfuss
 Moon Over Parador
Starring: Edward Asner , Sonia Braga , Roger Aaron Brown , Dick Cavett , and Charo
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B00023P4QK
Release Date: 2004-08-03

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This underrated film by director Paul Mazursky stars Richard Dreyfuss as an underemployed actor who is offered a great acting role, though outside of New York. Still, beggars can't be choosers and he accepts--only to discover that the part involves impersonating the dictator of Parador, a troubled Central American country on the verge of revolution. The dictator has died, but his chief adviser (Raul Julia) doesn't want that news to come out; he'd rather continue the charade that the big guy is still in charge. And to his surprise, the actor discovers that he enjoys the acting challenge, until he figures out that Julia is positioning himself to take over as the country's true strongman. Naturally, Dreyfuss also discovers that, aside from enjoying the perks of power (including the late dictator's toothsome mistress, Sonia Braga), he actually has the power to do some good--to Julia's chagrin. Dreyfuss captures the actor's insecurity, while Julia is hilarious as the wild-eyed adviser to whom torture is second nature. --Marshall Fine

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Moon Over Parador.......2007-05-18

Very funny movie - lots of big names. Treat yourself you won't be disappointed.

4 out of 5 stars Moon Over Parador.......2007-01-12

This is a wonderful movie, very enjoyable! Richard Dreyfus is delightful as the Dictator and the film score adds to the enjoyment.

5 out of 5 stars Another great funny movie.......2006-11-25

This movie is not a sleeper, It's very funny! A impersonats thr dictator.
Sonja Braga is wonderful to help the actor play the part.

4 out of 5 stars Classic Comedy.......2006-07-06

Really, that says it all. It has a stunning cast with Richard Dreyfus, Richard Dreyfus, Raul Julia, Jonathon Winters and several other film greats who all deliver stellar performances. Dan Florek of "Law and Order" has a small role. It was fun to see him as a young bald man. Seriously, this movie is amazing.

5 out of 5 stars Richard Dreyfuss.......2006-02-21

I am not a big Richard Dreyfuss fan. In fact most of the time I can't stand his brand of overacting. However, he kills in this crazy farce. Along the lines of Kevin Kline's "Dave", Dreyfuss finds himself the perfect double for a deceased president. However, in this case it is a dictator in a volatile third world country. The slapstick is dead on hilarious and the dialogue brilliant. You will find yourself quoting the movie as part of your daily conversation. I first saw this movie on TV about 16 years ago and fell in love with it. I searched several times over the years to find a copy of it and finally this year hit the jackpot on Amazon. You can't go wrong with this comedy.

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