American Me

Starring:Raymond Amezquita, Joe Aubel, Lance August, Javier Castellanos, Eric Close, Richard Coca, Rob Garrett, Cody Glenn, Panchito GÃ³mez, Christian Klemash, Richard Lee-Sung, Sal Lopez, Roberto MartÃn MÃ¡rquez, Albert Joe Medina Jr., Vira Montes, Dyana Ortelli, Don Pugsley, Alex SolÃs, Steve Wilcox
Studio: Universal Studios
Product Type: DVD

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This three-disc set, part of Warner's Essential Classics series, collects three truly classic films--The Music Man, Meet Me in St. Louis, and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers--in one inexpensive package. The drawback is you don't get the second disc of either Meet Me in St. Louis or Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, so if you're a featurette junky or if you simply have to see the reshot version of Seven Brides, you'll want to stick with the individual releases. But this set does include the commentary tracks and any other material that was on the first disc of those two-disc sets (The Music Man still has everything that was on the one-disc release), and best of all, they have the great remastered pictures of the previous releases. So if you just want the movies looking better than ever with some bonus features thrown in for good measure, the price per movie makes this set an attractive bargain. --David Horiuchi

Description

Disc 1: THE MUSIC MAN Disc 2: MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS Disc 3: SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS

Customer Reviews:

Great Musicals at a fabulous price!.......2007-05-14

While this set doesn't include all the extra material dvd's at this price it's still well worth it for these great musicals. They are indeed classics as the title states. My favorites would be "Meet Me in St. Loius" and "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers". Not very found of "The Music Man" but the package is still cheaper than what I would pay individually. The movies speak for themselves.

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OMG!!
Eye-opener
Fue chida
American Me
Very Disturbing

American Me
Starring: Raymond Amezquita , Joe Aubel , Lance August , Javier Castellanos , and Eric Close
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
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ASIN: B0000714BS
Release Date: 2003-01-07

Amazon.com

Actor-turned-director Edward James Olmos set out to spread the word against the destructiveness of gang violence with this 1992 gritty drama. Set in the barrios of East Los Angeles, he attempts to cover 30 years in the life of a family with strong gang ties. This brutally realistic story may not intentionally glorify violence, but it offers no answers. (Olmos actually shot the prison scenes in Folsom, which explains their harsh reality.) Great performances though, especially by Olmos and William Forsythe. Olmos plays a gang leader released from prison who is finally in touch with himself, only to realize it is too late. The one major problem with this well-intentioned flick is that it is rated R for violence, nudity, and profanity. Therefore, the kids who most need its message are not, in theory, the ones who will see it. --Rochelle O'Gorman

Customer Reviews:

OMG!!.......2007-06-12

This movie gave me nightmares for a week. Seriously, I felt physically ill while watching this movie. It's been a long time since I saw a movie this graphic in nature. Frankly, it's not for the squeamish or overly sensitive crowd. With that being said, it's a typical prison drama. You pretty much have the usual rape, death by shankings, and rioting scenes. To this day, I have never seen a prison movie that ended on a good note, and I certainly can't remember anything good about this one either. This movie was just sad and depressing from start to finish. Edward James Olmos plays a youth who's life is a downward spiral soon as he's sent to a youth detention center. Of course, he's raped there by another male youth (which he kills). From there, he gains respect, but he also gains a sure ticket into prison as soon as he turns 18. This movie is sad because even after he gets out of prison he can't seem to make it on the outside or blend into society because he's been locked away for so long, and he still has that prison mentality. Ultimately that leads to his demise. That's pretty much what this movie is about..nothing real impressive! I do think what pushes it over the edge is the brutality of the rape scenes. I must admit watching a man being tied down and gang raped by 4 inmates was enough to haunt me for a while. Especially, the fact that they were sick enough to enjoy this at the same time, and be so kind as to use KY Jelly first. What happens after that I won't even mention. This movie is not for kids at all. However, I do suggest that it be shown to all teens and pre-teens who think their so tough, and that jail is a place they truely want to be. I think that after they see this it might change quite a few minds.

Eye-opener.......2007-05-26

I actually saw this film in my criminal justice class. It's a very disturbing but realistic film. You can tell, a lot of research was put into its development. This story does not trash anyone, it just tells a very true account of prison life and the development of the original prison gang.

Fue chida.......2007-04-27

I felt sick watching American Me, but then I appreciated more and more as I constantly continued to watch it again. I recommend sensitive people NOT to watch it. Any vato from the Barrio should relate to this material. Cuz I did. :)

American Me.......2007-04-01

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. Hard hitting, graphic and an eye opener to the inner workings of prison and gang life. Great companion to Blood in Blood out (Bound By Honor.)

Very Disturbing.......2007-03-17

My husband and I were disturbed for weeks by the graphic content of some scenes. Definitely not for young people. It was very scary to think gangs have so much influence and power. It does make you want to stop and do whatever necessary to prevent gang activity, especially in young people. We need to do more to educate these young victims.

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American Me [HD DVD]
Starring: Domingo Ambriz , Paul Bollen , Tom Bower , Richard Coca , and Danny De La Paz
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
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ASIN: B000OHZL3U
Release Date: 2007-06-26

Description

In what The Hollywood Reporter calls "a brilliant debut", award-winning actor Edward James Olmos sets the screen ablaze with his directorial bow - a powerful, stunning examination of a Latino crime lord, set against a backdrop of prejudice and hopelessness. Olmos stars as Santana, a youth from the streets of East Los Angeles who becomes the leader of the Mexican Mafia behind the gates of Folsom Prison. With his two childhood friends, Santana rules the prison with an iron fist, continuing a vicious cycle from which there is no escape. After serving his sentence, Santana is back on the streets for the first time since his teenage years. But he learns life on the outside is as rough as it is behind bars. For the harsh reality of barrio life and his blood-stained past will not give Santana the chance to turn his back on his former way of life. With a vehement anti-drug and anti-gang theme, American Me is an explosive and unforgettable epic.

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Want To Know Where Your Music Comes From?
The Delta Blues !!
you see me awed
Last of a dying breed
the real deal

You See Me Laughin'
Starring: R.L. Burnside , Junior Kimbrough , Cedell Davis , T-Model Ford , and Asie Payton
Director: Mandy Stein
Manufacturer: Fat Possum [Old]
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ASIN: B0007R8FOE
Release Date: 2005-03-29

Description

You See Me Laughin' is a full length documentary that takes a look at the often untamed lifestyles of the last great North Mississippi bluesmen and the Oxford, MS based label- Fat Possum Records- that struggles to record them. The film is an exciting collage of exclusive interviews, live performances and personal anecdotes. It includes rare, black and white footage of RL Burnside from 1974, disturbingly funny stories about touring told first hand by Iggy Pop and John Spencer Blues Explosion as well as an interesting encounter with Junior Kimbrough described by Bono from U2 and much more. This is not for the faint of heart.

Customer Reviews:

Want To Know Where Your Music Comes From?.......2007-03-28

Rock and Roll is the prototypal American music. Maybe Jazz was at one time, but it's Rock now, and has been for the last 50 years. Where did rock come from? A smattering of Jazz may have been involved, but Rock mainly arose from the atomic explosion that was black Mississippi delta blues traveling North, and running smack dab into white Appalachian hillbilly music travelling West. The mushroom cloud rose over Memphis, and on top of it sat the teenaged Elvis Presley. But what was Elvis listening to? Where did he get his raw material?

One of the two sources is on this DVD. Like an archeaological expedition, the filmmakers unearth an untouched civilization: Mississippi hill country blues in an amazing, extant form: THIS is the music, the sounds that travelled North, that reverberated 50 years ago out of the Delta to catch the imaginations of young people all over the world - everyone from the aforementioned Mr. Presley to the Beatles and the Rolling Stones on the other side of the pond. They recycled it, and sent it back to us. This is ground zero for Rock. Just as an embryo mutates, develops, and finally morphs into something quite unrecognizable from its original form, so has Rock moved many varied distances from its roots. But roots there are, and this is about as close as you're going to get without reading about it in some "History of Rock" book. This IS the history. Enjoy.

The Delta Blues !!.......2007-03-20

I bought this based on the 3 positive reviews and I was not disappointed. I highly recommend this dvd. Great music and very interesting character studies. Five stars with no reservation IMHO.

you see me awed.......2006-05-12

watch out powerful music with equally powerful personalites full of honesty music history personal insights and to some degree now sucess. bruce r parker rochester ny

Last of a dying breed.......2005-08-07

This is the real deal...back-porch players in their own delta environment who don't give a tinker's damn about anything but playing their music, drinkin', and enjoying what's left of thier time on earth. Their sensibility is miles away from the music business as we know it, and thank God for it because most people are completely oblivious to southern blues musician mindset and would probably never have a chance to "get it" otherwise because most of these players are truly a dying breed.

This film captures the heart and spirit of real African-American bluesmen who are still poor after being semi-famous for years...and they really couldn't care less. R. L. Burnside in particular has been releasing albums and playing around for years, been reviewed and celebrated in all the best rock and indie-alternative press, and still lives like any poor, black rural working man. These guys don't care about fancy boutique amps and expensive "guitar show" instruments. They make all the sound they need from a typical hodge-podge of beat up pawn shop instruments, playing in some cases with simple buttern knives when their hands no longer work.

If you understand the connection that the ancient African music traditions have to roots American music, look no further than this movie as an example of how it was preserved and passed on in the new world to this present day. This film may be one of the last testaments to a culture that will surely disappear soon in this 21st century.

the real deal.......2005-05-11

if you enjoy music, you will enjoy this dvd. this is the real deal. these guys dont care about careers, success etc. this is pure art, pure emotion. if you watch this (and it resonates, i.e. you "get it") most other music will become irrelavant.

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still banging
Compelling
Cornbread Earl and Me
"One of the Best movies out there
Superb !!!!!!

Cornbread, Earl & Me
Starring: Moses Gunn , Rosalind Cash , Bernie Casey , Madge Sinclair , and Jamaal Wilkes
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ASIN: B00005N7Z4
Release Date: 2001-10-16

Description

He had all the right moves to put the ball away...until the cops put him awayfor good. UCLA All-American and NBA Rookie Of The Year Keith Wilkes and Academy AwardÂ(r)* and Golden Globe** nominee Laurence Fishburne III give spectacular debut performances in this "touching...sensitive and gripping movie" (Cue) that's "guaranteed to take your emotions for a reckless ride" (L.A. Herald-Examiner)! Step into the court with Cornbread, Earl And Me...you'll be glad you did. Wilkes is "Cornbread," a promising high school basketballer who has what it takes to shoot himself right out of the ghetto...until two cops mistake him for a rapist and gun him down in cold blood. But when the police attempt to cover up their mistake, strong-arming the community into silence with threats of jail time and violence, it's up to Cornbread's 11-year-old brother Wilford (Fishburne) and his pal Earl (Tierre Turner) to find the courage to speak the truth and clear Cornbread's name. *1993: Supporting Actor, What's Love Got to Do With It **1995: Actor, "The Tuskegee Airmen"

Customer Reviews:

still banging.......2007-03-20

The movie was excellent. The best thing I liked about my purchase was that I got it in less than a week. I was able to give it to my mother who has found Amazon to be a great place to buy all the old movies she use to watch as a child.

Compelling.......2007-01-29

Great movie for the entire family. Lots of good moral and character lessons on this flick. It's not about race. It's about doing the right thing and standing up for the truth.

Cornbread Earl and Me.......2005-06-10

Way back then, when I was a child growing up in Guyana, South America, I saw this movie on big screen. It touched an entire audience that night and I am happy to have seen it on Amazon.com. I am now lucky to be able to buy it because I have often thought about this movie, about the nice kid whom everyone called Cornbread. I remember both him and his basketball which was replaced that fatal day with a bottle of soda pop when he was shot. I can never forget this story, because it is indelibly encraved into my mind and I turned out pretty good, now living here in America. These movies are the real classics of all times, only...no one every says so! I rate this movie a classic and I am sorry Amazon.com. I love you but you don't have a buttom to rate a true classic of our time!

"One of the Best movies out there.......2005-05-16

One of the most shining examples out there of the blackploitation era is this film; You have a dilemma, and you have a solution. A young brother just about to go to college on a basketball scholarship was killed by the cops thinking that he was a suspect; All the witnesses of the crime get intimidated with the exception of one young brother played courageously by Laurence Fishburne, who tells the story just like it is even after he and his mother were intimidated by the prosecution. Most of the witnesses were intimidated and denied what actually happened. But Fishburne's character unbought and unbossed told Cornbread's story simply and saved the day;If you ever want to see a film and come across a situation that needs clarifying, THIS is the film to see;

Superb !!!!!!.......2003-10-23

I remember when I had saw this movie when I was a little girl and I had saw it on BET last year this is a great movie it is sad but it is still good I enjoyed this movie and I would recommend anyone who enjoys blaxploitation movies would enjoy this movie this is a great film about a little boy and his friend Cornbread he was a great basketball player and he had just recieved a scholarship to go to a college to play basketball and had dreams of becoming a pro- basketball player and one day a white cop accidentally shoots him and he dies and a big contorversy stirs in this small towm and causes havoc and trouble for everyone and really takes a toll on his friend and
makes it hard for him to cope with his loss but eventually things get better and then he goes on with his life but he never forget about his friend "Cornbread" . This is a touching heartwarming film that would make you just want to cry so therefore when you watch this movie be sure to have some tissue on hand. I would recommend anyone who is fond of dramas to purchse this video!!!!

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All the bonus items here
I love the series
FABULOUS Show........

Liberty's Kids - Give Me Liberty
Starring: Walter Cronkite , Kathleen Barr , Reo Jones , Chris Lundquist , and D. Kevin Williams
Director: Judith Reilly , and Marsha Goodman
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ASIN: B0002F6AVG
Release Date: 2005-01-18

Description

It's a harrowing trip through the colonies of the Commonwealth of Virginia for Sarah and James. Arriving in Virginia, their spirits are lifted when they witness Patrick Henry's famous declaration, "Give me liberty or give me death." Their incredible adventure continues as Sarah reluctantly sets sail to her native England, only to be rescued at sea by the great naval commander, John Paul Jones. When Jones' ship takes on water in a battle against the powerful British Navy, the British Captain demands their surrender. Sarah watches with admiration as the courageous Hones responds with his famous words, "I have not yet begun to fight."

Customer Reviews:

All the bonus items here.......2005-07-08

Despite what the previous reviewer said, I own this DVD and it has all the extra features (Now and Then, Liberty News, Biographies, etc., etc.) included as bonus DVD features in a seperate listing - not in the body of the tv episodes themselves. Since the previous reviewer didn't see them their, he assumed they were taken out of the DVD & he got cheated. This is not true. I watched the bonuses myself today.

I love the series.......2005-06-07

the cartoons keep my kids and my wife and I always interested. It is a good way for kids to learn about our nations history, while having some fun. I just wish they would release the whole series.

FABULOUS Show...............2004-09-08

.....but the DVD collections turned out to be horribly disappointing. My rating is not directed at the show. It is directed at the DVD series itself. Someone really dropped the ball on what could have been a fabulous dvd collection.

So far there are Volumes 1, 2 & 3. Each volume includes five "playing cards" of George Washington, Phyllis Wheatly, Abigail Adams, John Paul Jones & Ben Franklin. This is a fabulous idea..BUT the problem is that the five playing cards are all the same in each volume. So now my daughter has three sets of the same cards. This makes absolutely no sense...

As far as the episodes, each DVD Volume includes three episode but the episodes are not set up the way they are on television. The episodes cut out the "Liberty News", "Now & Then" & "Continental Cartoons". Not having them including in each episode takes away from the show. Instead of having them in the show the way they should be, they are included as bonus features.....And the Continental Cartoons segment where you "Guess This Person". You have to use the DVD remote to access the three clues....But the problem I am having is this "game" doesn't work correctly and out of the three clues, I can only access the first one. Leaving the other two clues inaccessible.....?

VOLUME 1 - The Boston Tea Party (The Movie)

This DVD included episodes The Boston Tea Party, The Intolerable Act & Shot Heard Round the World. There is no "closing credits" to the first episode, no "intro & closing credits" to the second episode and no "intro" to the third episode. All three episodes run together like a "movie". And of course do not include the Continental Cartoons, Liberty News & Now & Then.

VOLUME 2 - Give Me Liberty

This DVD includes episodes Liberty or Death, Common Sense & Not Yet Begun To Fight. These episodes were not set up like a "movie" such as the first volume. And each episode actually has the introduction and closing credits for all three episodes. But or course it lacks the Continental Cartoons, Liberty News & Now & Then.

VOLUME 3 - The First Fourth of July

This dvd includes The First Fourth of July, New York, New York & One Life To Live. All episodes are set up the same way as Volume 2. But the problem with Volume 3 is that somewhere between Volume 2 & Volume 3, other Liberty's Kids episodes are missing. I have no idea how many they skipped going from Volume 2 to Volume 3. That BIG flaw prompted me to write a review of this DVD collection...For Shame DIC. The Liberty's Kids series deserves far better then what you have done with it in the DVD collection...

General Mills cerel came with a free DVD of two Liberty's Kids episodes. The Midnight Ride & The Turtle. BOTH of these episodes were issued on the DVD the way that they were televised on TV. Both episodes had the Continental Cartoons, Liberty's News & Now & Then. Which should have been the case with these volumes but was not. Where is the COMMON SENSE DIC.

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Lost Possibilities
OH NO, HE'S A PINOCCHIO !
A solid four stars
too sterotypical
Not very exciting

Kiss Me, Guido
Starring: Craig Archibald , Anthony Barrile , Bryan Batt , Craig Chester , and Anthony DeSando
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Customer Reviews:

Lost Possibilities.......2007-04-09

[...]"Kiss Me, Guido" is a cute little piece of fluff that reminds me of "The Little Engine that Could" but didn't. It's a light little comedy about mistaken identities, misunderstandings, and mismatched romantics. The movie is little more than a comic diversion and I doubt it was supposed to be more than that. The characters and the situations are stereotypical but the cast is energetic and seems to be having a good time.
The premise of the film is funny and fairly well done but it is a good movie that could have been so much better. As a low budget campy Italian/American comedy it is funny in its simplicity but there were ideas that could have been expanded and scenes that just fell flat.
Frankie (Nick Scotti) is a dumb Italian who movies in with Warren (Anthony Barrile), a gay guy. Frankie has no idea that Warren is gay--he thought GWM meant "guy with money". When he finally realizes that Warren is gay, he stays his friend but wonders how his family will feel.
Some of the jokes are obvious and some are really bad and some of the stereotypes, while true in many cases, seem to be overly exaggerated. The movie is lightweight and does not offend which it surely could have done and what makes it watch able are the performances and the very smart dialog. What bothers me is that the film does not go out on a limb when it could have and because of that it almost becomes bland.
The movie hangs on the characterizations and the actors. Scott's character, Frankie, comes across as too nice a guy and his performance is natural and strong. He is also a beautiful man which helps us to look at him.
Even as dumb as the movie is, it is still quite funny. It is not offensive and surely could have been. The movie has something for everyone. It has straights and gays and pizza and beer, hot Italian men and pretty girls, comedy and romance. In reality it is about people and differences, all wrapped up in a comedic setting. However, so many possibilities were left unexplored. The characters keep the viewer laughing and I believe the movie had no agenda other than to entertain. It is campy and monolithic at the same time and a very funny story of cultural differences.
We must remember that behind every stereotype there is some truth and the truth of the movie is left unsaid. What the movie does do is hold up a mirror to some of us who fit the stereotypes and we are made to laugh at ourselves. The confusion and the misunderstanding create a hilarious amount of laughter. There are cute moments that could have been cuter and the gay community is accurately presented. Still, I must say, that ten years ago we would not even have had this so it is safe to say we have come a long way. Just the idea of having a straight man share an apartment with a gay male is progress. For this, if nothing else, the movie is worthwhile seeing.

OH NO, HE'S A PINOCCHIO !.......2006-10-25

"Kiss Me Guido" is titled by a single line in the film, which is heard only once. It refers to a straight Italian male, which in the gay community is not a real cool thing to be. This is a very good film about a straight guy who moves in with a gay roommate not knowing what he's really getting into. There are a lot of surprises ahead for Frankie Zito (Nick Scotti) who is searching to find a life of his own away from his Italian family. Frankie is an aspiring actor but must decide how willing he is to pay his dues to get there. This is the debut performance for Scotti who does a marvelous job portraying his character. I would love to see more from this actor who obviously decided not to persue an acting career. The casting and quality in this film is very good. Christopher Lawford and the guy who plays his new lover are the weak performances in my opinion. The rest of the cast is pretty good, especially Nick Scotti and Anthony Barrile. There are also some good extras included on the DVD, such as the commentary option you should enable for your second run through of this movie. It gives some great background on the making of the film and showcases some of the visual effects used. The commentary is done by filmmaker Tony Vitale. I felt the plot could have used a little more pizazz and I was a little disappointed that they stopped short of the films potential. I would however recommend it. Very good quality production, but don't expect it to be the best film you've ever seen.

A solid four stars.......2006-10-01

Not remotely believable for even a second, this movie is still very entertaining. The plot is reminiscent of the screwball comedies of old, with misunderstandings and double entendres bouncing all over the place, with the difference that what would have been a winking gay subtext in the past is now (of course) front and center.

I think the script could have delved more deeply into the friendship between Warren and Frankie and how they become more comfortable with each other -- as it stands, it's like there's no second act. But Nick Scotti does a great job as Frankie and proves to be physically perfect for the role. (I'm not so sure that Anthony Barille completely passes as gay, though.)

This is a great movie for a rainy afternoon or a casual evening at home with friends. My only question is why Nick Scotti didn't go on to make several more movies ... he's got real screen presence and excellent comic timing.

Look for director Tony Vitale in two scenes, playing a wise-cracking pizzeria customer.

too sterotypical.......2006-04-26

And I liked it then, but now there is so much more to choose from that is actualy thoughtful, less stereotypical, and better written.

I empathized much more with the straight character, who was trying to make the best of a bad situation. The gay character is caddy and snippy and, frankly, not very attractive.

Not very exciting.......2006-02-17

I'm sorry but this movie didn't get me excited or interested at all. It's not a bad movie like you have to stop the VCR because it's hurting your eyes but I couldn't find any attractive elements in the movie. Anyways, what I liked the most was the peculiar accent of one of the main characters. It was enjoyable. I think this movie was cute during the years it was produced and now its value is rather gone.

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Somebody....Please....Tell Me Why?
Garbage
Very low budget...
You've got to be kidding me!
love beat the hell outta me.

Love Beat the Hell Outta Me
Starring: Glenn Plummer , Terrence Howard , Clyde Jones , Charles R. Penland , and Kristen Andreotti
Director: Kennedy Goldsby
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
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ASIN: B00005UF85
Release Date: 2002-03-05

Customer Reviews:

Somebody....Please....Tell Me Why?.......2006-06-10

If someone could explain the purpose of this movie, I would be most appreciative!! Not only did I waste my hard earned cash on this film, but it was also a gross waste of my valuable time.

Don't get me wrong - Normally, I love Terrence Howard and his preformance, but I have to say...I am truly disappointed with this film (storyline and delivery).

Wouldn't recommend this to N-E-1.

Garbage.......2006-02-20

Never wanted to send a movie back to Amazon but this one should go back and in the trash.. slow moving, boring, didn't keep my attention... throwing in a few african americans actors that we know is not going to make the movie... What is this suppose to be the men's version of Waiting to Exhale? NOT! Terrence you and Glenn aren't ready to be producers yet...keep your day jobs of acting...

Very low budget..........2006-02-02

Love Beat the Hell Outta Me is a cheesy low budget production.

However, with that said... the best character was Chris played by Terrance Howard. He drives the movie. He's the tough bad boy with nothing nice to say, but he keeps the movie one fourth decent and interesting. The other characters are dull and uncomplicated. They also lack acting ability.

The movie did shed some light and put into SOME perspective on how men think regarding women and relationships. It seems as though, both men and women think each are just full of it and always have an ulterior motive for wanting to be with one another. But this movie showed how neither men nor women want to communicate their true feelings or just be honest about what they want from jump street. In all, unspoken words and misdirected actions help ensued massive amounts of confusion throughout dating and relationships as this movie showed.

I wouldn't recommend this movie to be watched for its production, but if one must watch it...watch it for its message regarding black men and their thought processes.

You've got to be kidding me!.......2006-02-02

If i could rate this piece at 0 stars, i would. An absolute catastrophe of money spent producing and supporting independent black film. Those who rated this movie anywhere above 1 should re-examine why they attend and view movies.

There was no substance to any part of this movie whatsoever. It was an overall poor portrayal of black relationships and the interactions between both male and female roles. As if we didn't have enough trouble out here trying to keep each other on the straight and narrow path of positive thinking and hopeful intuition, we have this piece of trash that is not even of the calibre to be called a "movie", being supported and produced. What kind of message are we sending that allows just anything to be representative of black american culture and its development, if this is the "quality" that we allow to be its image?

I am beyond upset...I'm livid!

love beat the hell outta me........2005-08-24

The movie mostly deals with views of a mans thinking about women, whether true or untrue. Women might not agree with the references made about them. The plot keeps you interested and involved as the story moves along. Terrance Howard is sure to win multiple academy awards during his acting career.

Hiding in Plain Sight: Tales of an American Predator

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Hiding in Plain Sight: Tales of an American Predator

Manufacturer: CustomFlix
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ASIN: B000AU0460
Release Date: 2006-07-13

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"Hiding in Plain Sight: Tales of an American Predator" is a story about a master imposter, forger, child molester and the effect he had on many people. This documentary has very powerful footage from the victims and traces the perpetrators moves over a 30 plus year terror reign. Peter Martin Ebel, aka Ed Allan Scott, was a master imposter. He was a teacher, a priest, a doctor, an author and a pilot. More importantly his sole purpose for pretending to be all these things, which he got away with many times, was to molest young boys around the age of 12. After a reign of terror going back to 1968 he was finally incarcerated in 2001 in Los Angeles and convicted of production of child pornography. He is currently serving a 10 year sentence at a minimum security prison in Massachusetts. With interviews of victims, parents, child and perpetrator psychiatrists, District Attorney, the arresting officer, the California State Attorney who tried the case there is quite a powerful film here. We follow Ebel's exploits in Minnesota, Georgia, Connecticut and Los Angeles. He was also in England, Hungary, and Albania. This documentary, by first time director Loren Basulto, will bring to light why we need stronger laws regarding pedophiles and will give some insight into their process of conning children and families. This documentary has offered many viewers hope and understanding of this scourge that plagues not only America but many countries around the globe.

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American Me / Empire (Double Feature)
Starring: American Me , and Empire
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
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This powerful, gripping action-thriller features John Leguizamo in a riveting performance the Los Angeles Times hails as "superb." "One of the best performances of the year!" The gritty streets of the South Bronx meet the white-collar world of Wall Street in Empire, a hard-hitting story about the pursuit of fast money and the high price of greed. Featuring Denise Richards, Isabella Rossellini and rap superstars Fat Joe and Treach, Empire is a high-intensity, urban thrill-ride!

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