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The Big Lebowski (Widescreen Collector's Edition) 
Actors : Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Julianne Moore, Steve Buscemi, David Huddleston
Director : Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
Studio : Gramercy Pictures
by Gramercy Pictures
Release Date : 2005-10-18
Publisher : Gramercy Pictures
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 1
EAN : 9781417034710
UPC : 025192674129
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 664 reviews)
List Price : $12.98
Our Price : $27.99
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Americancivilwar.com essential video |
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After the tight plotting and quirky intensity of Fargo, this casually amusing follow-up from the prolifically inventive Coen (Ethan and Joel) brothers seems like a bit of a lark, and the result was a box-office disappointment. The good news is, The Big Lebowski is every bit a Coen movie, and its lazy plot is part of its laidback charm. After all, how many movies can claim as their hero a pot-bellied, pot-smoking loser named Jeff "The Dude" Lebowski (Jeff Bridges) who spends most of his time bowling and getting stoned? And where else could you find a hairnetted Latino bowler named Jesus (John Turturro) who sports dazzling purple footgear, or an erotic artist (Julianne Moore) whose creativity consists of covering her naked body in paint, flying through the air in a leather harness, and splatting herself against a giant canvas? Who else but the Coens would think of showing you a camera view from inside the holes of a bowling ball, or an elaborate Busby Berkely-styled musical dream sequence involving a Viking goddess and giant bowling pins? The plot--which finds Lebowski involved in a kidnapping scheme after he's mistaken for a rich guy with the same name--is almost beside the point. What counts here is a steady cascade of hilarious dialogue, great work from Coen regulars John Goodman and Steve Buscemi, and the kind of cinematic ingenuity that puts the Coens in a class all their own. Be sure to watch with snacks in hand, because The Big Lebowski might give you a giddy case of the munchies. --Jeff Shannon |
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After the tight plotting and quirky intensity of Fargo, this casually amusing follow-up from the prolifically inventive Coen (Ethan and Joel) brothers seems like a bit of a lark, and the result was a box-office disappointment. The good news is, The Big Lebowski is every bit a Coen movie, and its lazy plot is part of its laidback charm. After all, how many movies can claim as their hero a pot-bellied, pot-smoking loser named Jeff "The Dude" Lebowski (Jeff Bridges) who spends most of his time bowling and getting stoned? And where else could you find a hairnetted Latino bowler named Jesus (John Turturro) who sports dazzling purple footgear, or an erotic artist (Julianne Moore) whose creativity consists of covering her naked body in paint, flying through the air in a leather harness, and splatting herself against a giant canvas? Who else but the Coens would think of showing you a camera view from inside the holes of a bowling ball, or an elaborate Busby Berkely-styled musical dream sequence involving a Viking goddess and giant bowling pins? The plot--which finds Lebowski involved in a kidnapping scheme after he's mistaken for a rich guy with the same name--is almost beside the point. What counts here is a steady cascade of hilarious dialogue, great work from Coen regulars John Goodman and Steve Buscemi, and the kind of cinematic ingenuity that puts the Coens in a class all their own. Be sure to watch with snacks in hand, because The Big Lebowski might give you a giddy case of the munchies. --Jeff Shannon |
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The Dude never actually bowls! |
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I don't know why people keep referring to the coasters and the towel. This Limited Edition comes in an awesome, very original, bowling ball!!! I would buy it just for the package. I can't believe how cheap it's selling for!!!! I'm super excited to add it to my DVD shelf! |
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A far cry from Thunderbolt & Lightfoot |
Susan Sarandon has her "Rocky Horror Picture Show" performance to forever contend with, and Jeff Bridges is stuck with this.
Yes Jeff, it was tragic when they killed off your character at the end of "Thunderbolt and Lightfoot" but *this* is the one that's going into the time-capsule. Get used to the idea... ;] |
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What...No Oscar Nominations!? |
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This movie just gets better and better: it is shame that the Academy overlooked Jeff Bridges and John Goodman's performances. The "Dude" is a perfect imitation of himself, beginning with the opening scene where he writes a check for 79 cents. John Goodman's "Walter" is just too real: I KNOW guys like Walter, and Goodman does these gentlemen to a "tee"....when it comes to acting, they are both in their element in this movie. A rich blend of good story lines, good comedy, and very earthy people bring together what should have been a smash hit and not a cult favorite. |
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What a masterpiece! |
I didn't know what to expect from this movie to be honest. Upon finding out I was 3/4 German and studying behaviors of Nihilists, my friend said I would probably like a part of this movie with a ferret and three German Nihilists. I also watched a Youtube Poop (comedic videos of cartoon shows with overdubs and other material on youtube) where the "Is this your homework Larry?" scene's audio was overdubbed on a few scenes of "Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog" which depicted an angry Dr. Robotnik and Grounder the Robot interogating Sonic about his homework and the stolen car and money. My friend said it was also made by the succesful Coen Brothers who also made one of my favorite movies, "No Country For Old Men". With the main character as an unemployed slob (Jeff Bridges) who does pot, drinks white russians, gets mistaken for a multi-millionaire with the exact same name, and hangs out with a Nam vet (John Goodman) and an oblivious master bowler (Steve Buscemi), I was laughing at the movie's comedic value and amazed at the compelling story and great plotline. I recommend that everyone watch this movie at least once, because it would be a shame to miss out on this funny and well-done masterpiece. If you like heists gone wrong, angry cripples, friendly porn company owners, hot trophy wives, german nihilists, and nude feminists, this movie is for you.
In other words, I give this movie a 5/5 for being original and funny. |
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Don't get it? |
If you don't get this film, it may be time to re-evaluate your sense of humor and your existence in society. People who don't take themselves too seriously and appreciate some good, whitty and well-delivered nonsense get this film. Perhaps, that's what this is about in a sense. The Dude is just trying to chill, and finds himself stuck with a bunch of ridiculous characters who take themselves too seriously. It's very funny that he is absolutely the most well-adjusted character in the flick. How can that NOT be funny? It's a brilliant parody of our uptight and senseless social worlds. If you need a plot to follow what the point is... Well, Brandt, I just don't know what to tell you.
"This aggression will not stand, MAN" |
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