Phenomenon
by Jon Turteltaub
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Actor: Forest Whitaker, Jeffrey DeMunn, John Travolta, Kyra Sedgwick, Robert DuvallDirector: Jon Turteltaub
Brand: Disney
Cinematographer: Phedon Papamichael
Editor: Bruce Green
Producer: Barbara Boyle
Producer: Charles Newirth
Producer: Jonathan D. Krane
Producer: Michael Taylor
Writer: Gerald Di Pego
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 5.1; French (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround; Spanish (Subtitled)
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD, Letterboxed, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: Letterbox, 2.35:1
Running Time: 123 minutes
DVD Release Date: 1997-12-03
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Walt Disney Video
DVD Reviews of Phenomenon
DVD Review: How to Be Gentle
Summary: 5 Stars
I hadn't seen Phenomenon in several years. I always liked it, but the most recent viewing was the most satisfying. The mental powers thing was what made it interesting the first time I saw it, but now I take that aspect as a device for getting to the central theme (at least for me) of how to be gentle with people even in circumstances where one might become angry, bitter, vindictive, or even "superior". DVD Review: Too Nice At Times
Summary: 5 Stars
John Travolta as George Malley in "the Phenomenon" plays a very likable average Joe who has a burst of genius and insight which gives him unique powers.
Travolta and the other actors are very effective. Robert Duvall as the town doctor and Forest Whitaker as the buddy are extremely affecting. Travolta's infectious smile makes the movie worth watching. He wins you over with his wonderful smile and bubbly personality. He's a nice guy amid nice people living in a nice town. The movie at times seems to be in danger of collapsing from its huge weight of niceness. It's a flick that some will find insufferable because of its chronic cuteness and terminal niceness. Some may find the movie subversive.
There's a core of simplicity that could have drowned it, but somehow you surrender to its good nature. Toward the end of the movie we realize that George could eventually be in danger from the mob (the public) because he has become a unique individual, hence a freak, someone different who may pose dangers to others. He could become threatening.
A movie worth watching. Inspirational, touching, and enlightening.
DVD Review: Heart rendering
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a film which will both melt your heart and stimulate your mind, it is very well acted out, and the plot is rich with thought and provocation, altogether, this film is a Masterpiece. The relationships acted out in the film are beautific and will enthrall the viewer, albeit, one must be prepared for the melancholy and the sanguin, as the film ends with both beauty and sadness.DVD Review: If you love someone, buy their chairs
Summary: 5 Stars
I watched this again for about the fourth time and it always gets me. The plot requires some forceful suspension of disbelief, but the characters, the acting, and the emotional territory explored by the film are believable and affecting. I love the gentleness, humor and forgiveness of human foibles; at times it almost feels informed by the work of Steinbeck. The love story is sweet, but the friendships John Travolta has with Robert Duvall and Forest Whitaker are perfect. Viewing is enhanced by lovely sets, scenery and cinematography and a pleasant soundtrack. Corny for sure, but in this case I don't mind a bit. DVD Review: phenominal
Summary: 4 Stars
I really enjoyed the movie even though some of my friends did not. It was very different and enjoyable
Description of Phenomenon
Hollywood favorite John Travolta (SWORDFISH, PULP FICTION) stars in this acclaimed, uplifting story of an ordinary man transformed by extraordinary events! On the night of his 37th birthday, George Malley (Travolta) is knocked to the ground by a mysterious, blinding light and suddenly develops amazing mental abilities! With his newfound knowledge, George astounds everyone in town. But when his incredible powers cause even his oldest friends to turn away, George comes to realize that his wondrous experience has changed him and the lives of everyone around him forever. With an outstanding supporting cast featuring Robert Duvall (SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT), Forest Whitaker (SPECIES), and Kyra Sedgwick (SINGLES) -- don't miss this must-see motion picture event!John Travolta's should've-been-nominated-for-an-Oscar performance is the best reason to see this largely moving work, which is a little reminiscent of the novel Flowers for Algernon (basis for the film Charly). Travolta plays a mechanic who sees a bright light in the sky one night and wakes up the next morning a genius, hungry for knowledge and so smart he figures out national defense secrets in his own living room (and gets in hot water for it). The more interesting drama, however, is not with the government but with the character's longtime neighbors and friends, who come to reject him for being different. Robert Duvall gives a stirring performance as a doctor who has known the hero all his life, and Kyra Sedgwick is very good as an ambivalent love interest. If you missed this one in the theaters, then you haven't seen one of Travolta's best performances since his comeback. The DVD release presents a widescreen image, optional French soundtrack, optional Spanish subtitles, and theatrical trailer. --Tom Keogh
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