The Party's Over (Last Party 2000)

Starring:Philip Seymour Hoffman
Studio: Film Movement
Product Type: DVD

Customer Reviews:

When the Party's Over.......2006-03-20

I bought this movie because of Sandra Bullock. She did justice to her character, but overall the movie was not the best. I have most of her movies, but if she was not in it I would not have watched it and definitely would not have bought it.

Forgettable!.......2005-01-28

Other than seeing a young Sandra Bullock looking cute in a film that was made before she was a star, there is not a lot of positive things I can say. Several young people share an apartment, joined together by Rae Dawn Chong's character, MJ (that in itself should be a tipoff because I cannot remember a Chong movie post-Commando). Tensions mount at the big party and MJ's self-destructive personality causes the friends to break up when the party ends including a couple that just got engaged during the party.

There are some uncomfortable scenes such as when Bullock's 16 year old brother jumps into bed with MJ and says that she will be the one to "deflower" him and then immediately falls asleep. Basically, the movie had the same effect on me!

Loved It!.......2004-03-30

First of all, the movie was made in 1991 ( I know because I rented it in 1991 ) so I don't know why it says 1993 by the title but, anyway...

This is one of those multi-storyline gems that focus on several characters with different love interests and storylines. The film is like a " St. Elmo's Fire " for the nineties. You get a lot of realistic issues as well as some great acting rolled into one. All of the actors are wonderful but Rae Dawn Chong ( M.J. ) rules the show. Usually Rae plays innocent sweet characters but she showed she has range with this one. In this film you cannot help but take her seriously.

I'd give this a try if you haven't seen it. Of course, it's a little dated in terms of the 90's banter but is still one of the better date films you'll see in a while. The actors have amazing chemistry with one another. Unfortunately Rae Dawn Chong, Fisher Stevens and Sandra Bullock seem to be the only ones still working. The others ( who were quite impressive ) seemed to fall off the face of the earth. I agree that there are too many subplots towards the end of the film and yes the end was predictable. But hey nothing's perfect. It may not be anything to scream about but this is one of few films that will keep you balling, laughing and joking until the end.

Watch only for Sandra.......2003-09-06

After long and tedious credits, this 1992 film starts with characters speaking in relative darkness. It eventually turns out that this film is a series of flashbacks, leading up to the present day, which helpfully links each scene together.

Sandra Bullock is instantly recognisable, playing Amanda. Her natural wavy hair was either done for the film, or she uses straightners now. She does a bit of narrating throughout the film, although not much. She still has the same laugh, which she perfected in "Miss Congeniality". None of the other characters seem to have found fame & fortune, unlike Sandra. Everyone says "Demolition Man" (1993), started her career, but if enough people had seen this film, it would have made her. She's always smiling & quirky - you just have to ignore the bright blue eyeshadow, left over from the 1980s.

Amanda's younger brother crops up during this film, peppering his speeches with "wack" and "dude", sounding like he should have appeared in "Bill & Ted" a few years earlier.

The film starts with MJ's 25th birthday; she gets found in bed by her roommates with a strange man, and then crashes into some guy's car, who she instantly proceeds to flirt with. This sets the story for her, as she seems to do nothing but flirt during the film. Her character totally annoys me (although you feel slightly sorry for her in the end), but the rest of the characters don't really have any effect on me. She is everything I hate about women today: their unsubtle flirting with any old guy, and then they ditch them. I'm also sure she was in "Devil's Advocate", and her character annoyed me then too.

The male characters are very hard to distinguish from each other, not helping by the far away shots, and the fact that two of them look remarkably similar. The female characters all have different characteristics and looks, but the guys just blend into each other.

Product Description

The Party's Over is the October selection in The Film Movement Series. A follow-up to the critically-acclaimed The Last Party starring Robert Downey Jr., The Party's Over examines the state of Democracy in America through the 2000 election. The Partys Over follows Philip Seymour Hoffman as a concerned citizen on an uncensored journey of the state of democracy in America. The film examines how the American political process addresses, and often fails to address, the countrys most pressing issues. As we countdown to the pivotal 2004 election, the film answers the question, is there a difference between Republicans and Democrats? Subscribers to Film Movement receive an outstanding film such as The Party's Over each month to own on DVD including a bonus short film.

Customer Reviews:

dysfunctions of democracy.......2007-01-25

A scruffy Philip Seymour Hoffman takes to the road with a camera crew in the six months before the 2000 presidential election to document the dysfunctions of our political system. There's nothing new, ambitious, or very challenging about that goal, and Hoffman does nothing to deepen or clarify the film's subject, which by its end is entirely predictable--more disgruntled citizens (mainly from the left), some of them famous, others obscure, like homeless activists and sloganeering protesters. The film also loses focus by a staccato presentation of endless hot button issues, including farm aid, the WTO, the Million Mom March, legalization of drugs, capital punishment, welfare, corporate influence, voter apathy, etc. Much of the film focuses on the Republican and Democratic presidential conventions. Just how much can you learn from thirty-second sound bites from Willie Nelson, Charlton Heston, Ralph Reed, Noam Chomsky, Susan Sarandon, Rosie O'Donnell, Bianca Jagger, Pat Robertson, Barney Frank, and Newt Gingerich? Of course, at this point the film is also badly dated.

Back to 2000, and through the muck of it all..........2005-06-29

At this point, a slew of documentaries have already come out about the election, both 2004 and 2000, yet somehow there is always still a new approach to be found. That is what this film does, as Philip Seymour Hoffman takes us back to right before the 2000 political conventions, all the way up to the 2000 election.

Now what this film does differently, and thus makes it a worthwhile choice, is that it does not lecture and it attempts more of a bi-partisan viewpoint, or maybe just a third-party viewpoint. Obviously there is influence through the creators and Hoffman on what occurs, but for the most part I felt educated, yet balanced.

And once again, this film helps me remind myself, and hopefully others, how important the overall political/election process is, even when the two candidates maybe similar, or the system seems to fail us. Yep, this film reminds us all that, while definitely reminding us more work is to be done.

Thought provoking doco from former "Boogie nights" star.......2005-01-17

Phillip Seymour Hoffman may be best known for trying to pash Mark Wahlberg in "boogie Knights" or ordering home delievered porn while caring for the elderly in "Magnolia" but he steps to the other side of the camera to craft a tremendously thought provoking documentary with "The Party's over".

The doco begins 6 months before the 2000 elections and ranges from capturing the republican and democratic conventions on the inside contrasted with some chilling images of police brutality to the protestors outside, to the bewildering election result and the inaugeration months later.

The main question of the documentary is "do any of these politicians actually represent us" and Hoffman is openly cynical that the Democrats and Republicans represent what the American people want. The footage of the shadow convention with Ralph Nader is a highlight, as is the bizarre booking of Hoffmans friends rock band to play the RNC and thus gain hitherto unavailable access to the event. Also the Special feature bonus interview with Micahel Moore is hilarious, the only blight on the doco is hen Hoffman inexplicably manages to lose an argument and make himslef look rather slow witted when a rightwing religious republican argues that charity is a purely "Christian value" and no one outside of that beleif system has ever thought to help a fellow human being. Its hilarious when the camera crew is turned away from the Republican event and returns a few hours later wearing George W pins and badges and are escorted right through. This doco left me thinking for a long time, which is what good ones will do

Comic Party Revolution, Vol. 3: The Party's Over

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Comic Party Revolution, Vol. 3: The Party's Over
Starring: Comic Party Revolution TV
Manufacturer: Adv Films
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Release Date: 2007-01-23

Description

After failing his examinations, Sendo Kazuki spends his days aimlessly until his childhood friends, Taishi, drags Kazuki into the world of fan comics. But this harmless diversion soon becomes an obsession as Kazuki is drawn further into otaku scene.

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Best Sleepover ever!
Packed with ideas for games and diverting activities
Sleepover Fun
Best Ever Sleepover!

Best Ever Sleepover!
Starring: Best Ever Sleep Over
Manufacturer: Good Times Video
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Customer Reviews:

Best Sleepover ever!.......2004-11-28

It is funny, funky and most of all fun!With a "How to do" booklet. Together with the five girls to spend their whole night in a room full of friendship.Little brothers are also taking a part in it only a annoying part to show how they act in real life to their older siblings.

Packed with ideas for games and diverting activities.......2004-03-06

Best Ever Sleepover! is an amusing DVD for parents and children which is packed with ideas for games and diverting activities for making sleepover parties a lot of good, clean fun. Sample amusements one can share included activities like "Match My Moves", "Sleeping Bag Switcheroo", "Psychic Pendulum" and more. Featuring original music by recording artist Amber Brooke and a free "how-to" booklet, Best Ever Sleepover! contains all a parent (or kid!) needs to know to make the next sleepover a successful and memorable event.

Sleepover Fun.......2004-02-12

Not only did my six-year old daughter love this movie (she won't stop watching it), but my eight-year old son enjoys it too. My daughter loves the actresses, who are very good, and now she wants to do all of the activities in the movie. I've started giving it out as a gift to my daughter's friends and they all seem to love it too. Highly recommended.

Best Ever Sleepover!.......2003-12-05

My daughter loved this DVD--and she's 15! It really brightens any weekend, with great ideas for kids. Start making the popcorn!!!!

Party Games DVD - Over 50 Party Games on One DVD and Played on Your TV!

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Boooooo

Party Games DVD - Over 50 Party Games on One DVD and Played on Your TV!
Starring: Mick Riley
Director: Gary Trotta
Manufacturer: Training Games Inc.
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ASIN: B0007VBUVU
Release Date: 2005-02-10

Description

Party Games DVD Volume One is a great way to jump start any party. Imagine this: You have guests coming over for a party and you're looking for a great game to play that will be fun for your friends and easy for you. The answer is Party Games DVD Volume One. We have over 50 different games on this DVD. You play them right on your television set using your own DVD player. The host or hostess controls the fun and the action using their DVD remote.

This DVD contains games for:
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Boooooo.......2007-03-13

I not only say this honestly but literally; my 5 year old child used Nero and made a more interactive DVD.

The First 48 - Desert Bones/ Party's Over

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Doggie Tails, Vol. 1: Lucky's First Sleep Over

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A great title, an excellent babysitter

Doggie Tails, Vol. 1: Lucky's First Sleep Over
Starring: Doggie Tails
Manufacturer: TROMA ENTERTAINMENT INC.
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B00008G8DR
Release Date: 2003-02-04

Description

Doggie Tails Vol. 1: Lucky's First Sleep-Over is the first installment of the beloved children's series that will entertain the entire family, while teaching children the virtue of using one's imagination! It's Lucky's First night away from her family and she is feeling a little scared and lonely. That is, until she meets a doggie orphan named Patches and other kennel friends, including Sherman the Pug, who share their amazing imaginary adventures to wonderful places like Doggie Paradise where the dogs swim like champs and eat green magic candy! See and hear the dogs talk to each other via the amazing special effects work of the Family Fun Team. Children will be charmed and amazed as they learn about different kinds of dog breeds while they share Lucky's adventures in Doggie Tails! Features stellar performances by the lovely Debbie Rochon and Toxic Crusaders creator and Family Fun Video President Lloyd Kaufman!

Customer Reviews:

A great title, an excellent babysitter.......2003-03-06

My wife and I bought this for our three children a few weeks back. The kids love it- they watch it evey couple days, sing the movies sing alongs to each other and constantly have new favorite dog characters from the film. Our daughter even aspires to become a vet because she loves the dogs in "Doggie Tails" so much.
The movie is very funny and educational-certainly a step up from many of the titles my wife brings home! This is a great title for kids and dog lovers.