Daltry Calhoun
by Katrina Holden Bronson
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Actor: Beth Grant, Elizabeth Banks (II), Johnny Knoxville, Laura Cayouette, Thomas Jackson BurtDirector: Katrina Holden Bronson
Brand: Buena Vista Home Video
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language); Spanish (Subtitled)
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: 2.35:1
Running Time: 93 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2006-02-07
Audience Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Miramax
DVD Reviews of Daltry Calhoun
DVD Review: Admire the acting, not sure of the story line....
Summary: 3 Stars
I'm not a big fan of the story line, as it seemed too choppy for me. But I am a fan of Johnny Knoxville in this movie. It was nice to see him in a more serious role, and hope that he works towards more like this in the future. DVD Review: I really liked this movie
Summary: 5 Stars
Most movies I watch these days have characters that hate each other and they spend the entire movie trying to come out on top of the others. Not so with this movie. The characters actually seem to care about each other and show open, warm feelings. DVD Review: GREAT FILM
Summary: 5 Stars
QUENTIN TARANTINO
PRESENTS
DALTRY CALHOUN
Before I even began watching this film it had two great things going for it, number one would definitely be that Quentin Tarantino Executive Produced this film. The second thing that this film had going for it was that Johnny Knoxville was the lead actor in this film, so naturally I had to have this film. The film its self is from first time writer/director Katrina Holden Bronson and I for one think she did a masterful job with this film. Her Direction and vision for this film was masterful, and film was also extremely well written with vibrant 3 dimensional characters that seem to just stay on your mind long after the film is over.
The story follows Daltry Calhoun as he is kicked out of his aunt's house for being a lazy slacker that sells drugs, all the way to being a successful businessman who own his own company. When he was kicked out of the house he left his girlfriend and daughter behind, which ended up being something he regretted for the rest of his life as he tried to find later when he became successful in the grass seed business. Years later he would get his wish when the two showed up in the town he was staying in and surprised him. It turns out that his ex [May] was dying and wanted Daltry to take care of his daughter June. Daltry though shocked happily took over and started to get to know his girl, but obstacles laid in the way. His company was going down hill, he had a some what of a romantic relationship going on with a storeowner named Flora, and his yard he wanted to turn into a golf course was growing oddly shaped things. So Daltry faced all challenges head on, and eventually conquered each.
If there ever was a performance that Johnny Knoxville deserved an award for it was with this one. His performance in this film only helps to further this mans career into more diverse roles. The scenes he shines in particular in all involve him and Sophie Traub, and Elizabeth Banks. Elizabeth Banks is another who deserves a lot of credit for this film as well, her portrayal of June's mother May is incredible. She shines in moments when she seems the most vulnerable such as the scene with her and Knoxville in bathroom while she is taking a bath, and moments discussing her illness. Juliette Lewis is great as always in her role as Daltry's love interest, and David Koechner is brilliant as Doyle, Daltry's gardener who befriends June. Another stand out performer is Kick Gurry as the man Daltry brings in to help save his business. Gurry really shines during a scene involving him and Sophie in side a barn discussing her being under age. And speaking of which Sophie Traub is amazing in this film and deserves as many awards as possible for role in this film, if their ever was a breakout star she is the one.
Mr. Tarantino made a wise decision by being a part of this film, it is a great coming of age story that I recommend to anybody who loves film or just wants something to watch. Daltry Calhoun is a diamond in the rough of horrible films that are being released; I highly recommend this great film.
DVD Review: Great little movie!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've read a lot of reviews that said this was a bad movie. It wasn't--it was a great movie! It was nice to see Johnny Knoxville in a role outside of the one we're used to seeing him in in Jackass. He played a sweet guy. I like movies with happy endings, and I felt that this was one of those movies. I'd recommend it to anyone, especially if you're a Johnny Knoxville fan like me!DVD Review: Knoxville Stretches As An Actor--But Is Held Back By A Conventional And Somewhat Flat Story
Summary: 3 Stars
I'm almost ashamed to admit it, but I'm a Johnny Knoxville fan. I predicted his film career even in the early days of "Jackass" because he has a certain star quality--an appeal, a magnetism, and most importantly a winning personality. That being said, he has not fully realized his potential in any tangible way. Content, for the most part, to dwell in entertainment that appeals to the lowest common denominator--it is always refreshing to see him outside the element of mindless "comedy."
Sadly, though, while "Daltry Calhoun" is a change of pace--that doesn't make it a particularly good movie.
Knoxville plays a Southern sod tycoon who has overcome his sketchy past to become something of a regional hero. He is beloved in the town of Duckville as a local celebrity and philanthropist. One day, a former love and her daughter arrive in town with big news. The paramour, played by Elizabeth Banks, is dying and Knoxville has a fourteen year old daughter. With an added complication of his business failing, Knoxville's life suddenly becomes convoluted and his image tarnished. What follows is relatively expected. While the relationship between Knoxville and his daughter is sometimes sweet, it is only vaguely defined. Meant to be largely a relationship piece, "Calhoun" doesn't offer much new or insightful on the topic.
But there is good news, too. Knoxville is great here--managing a nice balance of zaniness with tenderness. Juliette Lewis, as a local woman interested in Knoxville, employs her usual oddball charm to good effect. The two of them are very skilled at walking that comedy/drama line and making you interested in the story. Elizabeth Banks, as Knoxville's lost love, serves up a terrific performance. (Anyone not familiar with the indie film work of Banks and only know her from "Spiderman" or "The 40-Year Old Virgin" are missing a very compelling actress. She has the stuff to make it big!) Sadly, there are some problematic performances, too. One of the main reasons the film fails to connect is the daughter--Sophie Traub is ostensibly the lead performer and she is disappointingly flat. Too big to be the precocious movie teen that she plays, her line readings and voice over narration are as awkward as her character is supposed to be. This fails to ignite any real drama and keeps one emotionally distant. Two other major characters are supplied for their quirks--a dishy Australian helping Knoxville repair his sod problem and a mentally challenged sidekick. Neither is fleshed out or believable, the mentally challenged character is almost painfully overdone.
Interesting for a look, but not especially noteworthy to the casual viewer. The 3 stars I'm giving "Daltry Calhoun" are for Banks, Knoxville and Lewis--one each. Somewhat cute, but forgettable. KGHarris, 12/06.
Description of Daltry Calhoun
From Executive Producer Quentin Tarantino ... This quirky and heartwarming comedy stars Johnny Knoxville (THE DUKES OF HAZZARD) and Juliette Lewis (COLD CREEK MANOR STARSKY & HUTCH) in a hilarious cast! Daltry Calhoun (Knoxville) is a wildly eccentric dreamer whose grass seed business has helped build up tiny Ducktown Tennessee. But just as this local hero gets rolling on his riskiest and most grandiose plan ever Daltry's past catches up with him in the form of a precocious teenage daughter (Sophie Traub) he's never known! Also starring David Koechner (THE DUKES OF HAZZARD) and ElizDVD Features Feature Commentary By Writer/Director Katrina Holden Bronson Producer Danielle Renfrew And Executive Producer Quentin Tarantino Deleted Scenes With Optional Commentary By Writer/Director Katrina Holden Bronson Producer Danielle Renfrew And Executive Producer Quentin Tarantino "Hollywood Comes To Tennessee: The Making Of DALTRY CALHOUN" The B Team Blooper Reel Theatrical TrailerBlue Mother Tupelo's "Put Your Head On My Shoulder"abeth Banks (SEABISCUIT).System Requirements:Running Time 93 Mins.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: COMEDY Rating: PG-13 UPC: 786936694178 Manufacturer No: 04959600General DVDs
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