The Commitments
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Actor: Andrea Corr, Angeline Ball, Gerard Cassoni, Michael Aherne, Robert ArkinsBrand: Twentieth Century Fox
Primary Contributor: Michael Aherne
Primary Contributor: Robert Arkins
Primary Contributor: Angeline Ball
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround; English (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled)
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Full Screen, NTSC
Picture Format: Pan & Scan, 1.33:1
Running Time: 118 minutes
DVD Release Date: 1999-11-02
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Studio: 20th Century Fox
DVD Reviews of The Commitments
DVD Review: You'll Watch This Over and Over Again!
Summary: 5 Stars
Set in poor working class Dublin, this story brings to life a host of talented and witty young guys and gals who were brought together despite their raucous and rowdy personalities to form a Soul Band. Great Music and funny situations; you'll enjoy every minute! Accents and Irish lingo are hard to understand at times, so be prepared to rewind in order to catch every outrageous line! DVD Review: An all-time favorite
Summary: 5 Stars
I just love this movie. From the first time I saw it, it just seemed so loud, fun, real and overall irresistable. I've owned it on VHS as well as DVD.
I spent some time in Ireland many years ago and the characters just seem so real and the story just well played out in the film.
If you don't like foreign films or your favorite movies involve Madea or cars racing on public streets, it may not be for you, but for everyone else- watch this!
DVD Review: "Who are your influences?" - After 20 Years It's Still In My Top 10
Summary: 5 Stars
I've had this movie on VHS since it came out in the 90's and both CDs (vol. 1 & 2) are ALWAYS in my car. I was so thrilled recently to be able to watch the DVD with my oldest kid who has grown up listening to the music in the car. It's still as funny, ironic, awe-inspiring (Andrew Strong's 16 yr old voice - Wow!) as the first time, and each time I've watched it. The Bonus Features showing "the making of", explaining the social and economical background (then and DVD release) in Ireland, "Where Are They Now", Music Videos, and more, make this edition a true gem to lovers of this film.
To the reviews criticizing the quality - did you watch the Bonus Feature that talked about "Organic" filming? It's very important and explains why the film came out the way it did - that and the fact that it's 20 years old. This part of the Bonus Features would be a great teaching tool to any film studies class.
Don't let the negative reviews sway you away from this DVD - it's got one of the best films ever made on it and it's packed full of great Bonus Features - definitely worth the money!
DVD Review: The Commitments
Summary: 5 Stars
The music in this movie is great and worthy to be called great blues. The story is great and the actors are true to what Dubliners are like. If you have not seen it, rent it and I will be surprised if you do not get it for "your movie library" and also a cd as well !DVD Review: irish soul
Summary: 5 Stars
an interesting journey to the "on the road" experience of putting together a band, the artist personality is profiled in the tale of young Dubliners, "the blacks of Europe" who explore soul music of the American 60's. While the acting and direction is outstanding, the score is alive with the soulful music that inspired the Beatles and Rolling Stones.
Description of The Commitments
Acclaimed director Alan Parker's landmark musical comedy is back for a spectacular encore in this all new widescreen collector's edition release of The Commitments. Fueled by raw talent and driven by dreams of glory, a dozen dead-enders from Dublin's gritty North side share a passion for soul music that takes their band on a wild roller-coaster ride from the streets to the stage...to superstardom! Packed with over 4 hours of extras, including audio commentary, brand new songs, and a never-before-seen retrospective documentary, this exhilarating 2-disc DVD is your backstage pass to experience the "world's hardest working band" as never before. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome once again - The Commitments!An irresistible, comic drama from director Alan Parker (Evita, Mississippi Burning), overflowing and alive with passion, humor, and music, The Commitments showcases some old R&B standards in a new light. A headstrong, fast-talking, ambitious young Dubliner (Robert Arkins) fancies himself a promoter of talent, and sets about assembling and packaging a local Irish R&B band. His group of self-absorbed, backbiting, but stunningly talented individuals begin to succeed beyond his wildest dreams, until petty jealousies and recrimination threaten to scuttle the whole deal. A moody, vivid, and soulful exploration of the Dublin club scene as well as a showcase for some wonderful unknown actors, the film (and its wonderful soundtrack) also features the actual band covering classic soul tunes from the likes of Otis Redding and Sam and Dave. It's that combination of soul and soul music that makes The Commitments a special little film. --Robert Lane
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