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intereact!Director: Garry Marshall
Actors: Juliette Lewis, Diane Keaton, Tom Skerritt, Giovanni Ribisi, and Poppy Montgomery
Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Retail Price (not our price): $14.99
Release Date: 1999-09-07
Theatrical Release Date: 1999-02-26
Studio: Walt Disney Video
Run Time: 130 minutes
Format: Array
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Letterboxed, Widescreen, NTSC
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Discs: 1
Editorial Reviews (supplied by Amazon.com):
1) Amazon.com
Filming a love story centered on two mentally challenged people is a touching idea, one that's been attempted in films such as Benny and Joon and even, to a certain extent, As Good As It Gets. The Other Sister is another addition to the genre, a well- acted comedy-drama centering on the romance of Carla (Juliette Lewis) and Daniel (Giovani Ribisi) and throwing in some general family angst as a secondary story line. The acting is tremendous--Lewis and Ribisi both give convincing performances without condescending to their characters. Diane Keaton plays yet another charming scatterbrain, this time as Elizabeth Tate, the uptight, rich mother who wants a picture-perfect life. But good acting isn't enough here. These fine actors drown in a sea of mediocre writing, and we're left with a film with no real conflict or tension. Will Carla and Daniel make it work? Well, of course. Will mother Elizabeth loosen up about her "gay workaholic" daughter and let Carla live her own life? Do you really need to ask? There are a few cringe-worthy moments that have a sense of truthfulness, such as when Daniel stands up at Carla's sister's wedding to announce his feelings. But otherwise, these characters live in a pampered, fairy-tale world where the worst thing that happens to them is that the meanies at school put chewing gum in Daniel's bike helmet. Ultimately, this is a sweet, albeit occasionally saccharine, tale that will move those who are looking for cheerful fare. --Jenny Brown2) Description
This funny and uplifting romantic comedy features outstanding performances from Juliette Lewis (ENOUGH), Diane Keaton (HANGING UP, THE FIRST WIVES CLUB), and Tom Skerritt (CONTACT) in a great star-packed cast! Even though Carla (Lewis) has grown into a very capable young woman, her nervous mother (Keaton) still has a major meltdown when Carla announces she's in love for the first time! So as Carla and her new boyfriend (Giovanni Ribisi, GONE IN 60 SECONDS, SAVING PRIVATE RYAN) set out to experience all of life's great adventures, they're also out to prove that Carla has earned her independence! The latest big-screen favorite from Garry Marshall, the acclaimed director of PRETTY WOMAN and RUNAWAY BRIDE -- you're sure to cheer this feel-good treat!
Customer Reviews (supplied by Amazon.com):
Average Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5
1) Great service [Rating: 5 out of 5]
My daughter had been looking for this DVD for quite a while and I was able to find it on Amazon and give it as a Christmas present. Service was quick and efficient.2) Love story with a twist. [Rating: 5 out of 5]
This movie show that no matter if you are different you can still live your own life and find love too.3) The Other Sister [Rating: 5 out of 5]
Excellent movie in excellent condition. I always put my trust in the fact that I purchase used movies from this place and have been luck that every single one has been in excellent condition and works just fine. Thanks.4) Heartfelt. [Rating: 4 out of 5]
The Other Sister starring Juliette Lewis and Giovanni Ribisi is an excellent, funny, and bittersweet story of love. Both these gifted actors played mentally handicapped people who fall in love. Director Garry Marshall cranks out another solid and feel-good film, I have always loved his movies. Diane Keaton also stars as Lewis's overprotective mother who is afraid her daughter will get hurt emotionally. I highly recommend it!5) Innocense [Rating: 5 out of 5]
This is one of the best movies of all time.....It shows that no matter who it is, you can find love and innocense.....I love watching this movie over and over and over again. I highly recommend it....It makes you laugh, cry and cheer for love to overcome all involved.