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One Night At McCool's [DVD] [2001]
enlarge	Director: Harald Zwart Actors: Liv Tyler, Matt Dillon, Mary Jo Smith, Michael Douglas, Paul Reiser Studio: Entertainment in Video Category: DVD List Price: ~~£19.99~~ Buy Used: £0.24 as of 21/11/2009 15:19 GMT details You Save: £19.75 (99%) New (30) Used (44) from £0.24 Seller: zoverstocks Rating: 9 reviews Sales Rank: 22172 Format: PAL Language: English (Original Language) Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over Region: 2 Discs: 1 Aspect Ratio: 1.77:1 Number Of Discs: 1 Running Time: 89 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2 Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 EAN: 5017239190919 ASIN: B000057X1M Theatrical Release Date: April 27, 2001 Release Date: October 22, 2001 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days


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Editorial Reviews: Amazon.co.uk Review IOne Night at McCool's/I is a giddy attempt to combine a standard film noir plot and a contemporary sex farce about men who (to quote John Hiatt's song) let their little heads do the thinking. Not as polished as IGrosse Pointe Blank/I, with which it shares a similar offbeat sensibility, it's a promising comedy that never quite hits full speed, coasting along amiably enough before spiralling into violence that clashes with its trashy sensibility. But it's fun enough, especially for those who drool at the sight of Liv Tyler. The movie begins by suggesting that Liv is sexy, then proceeds to prove it, and continually insists upon it until you're left with no choice but to agree wholeheartedly. pAs bombshell Jewell Valentine, Tyler lures three guys into her criminal scheme. Happy homemaking. Bartender Matt Dillon's the first to take the bait; as Dillon's lawyer cousin, Paul Reiser also can't resist; and when murder complicates everything, detective John Goodman employs his own love-struck brand of chivalry. Sporting a tacky pompadour, Michael Douglas steals the show as a hit man hired to whack the scheming sexpot--and Andrew Dice Clay is surprisingly funny in a dangerous dual role--but of course Liv can hold her own. It's all quite amusing, but rarely is IMcCool's/I as funny as you hope it will be; the dialogue by Stan Seidel (who sadly died before filming completed) is zesty enough but lacks the Coen-esque punch that would kick it over the top. It hardly matters, though; with a Ifemme fatale/I such as Liv in control, the movie's faults will easily be forgiven. --IJeff Shannon, Amazon.com/I

Customer Reviews: Showing reviews 1-5 of 9 1 2 Next » What a great movie October 2, 2001 bilal.khan@totalise.co.uk (England) 3 out of 3 found this review helpful This film is great. While the script is original and witty the acting is second to none. With proven comic performances from Matt Dillon and John Goodman coupled with Micheal Douglas as a rent-a-killer all the pieces of the film fit together like a jigsaw. Further, throw in femme fatale Liv Tyler as a self obsessed woman with a homicidal insticts it is hard to find fault in this unusual film. It is worth watching just for the off the wall shoot out at the end which is one in a million. Definitely NOT Awful. December 7, 2001 4 out of 5 found this review helpful I personally beleive this film has a lot to offer and that it will last a lot longer than most of the other films which people try to group with it. (I.e. recent comedy films of any kind). pFor a start, this is highly original, the direction is unique and exciting, the altering perspectives of the three men make for some amusing moments as well as interesting plot developments. pThis film is not a laugh a minute because if it was it would be cheap and would not have the cult potential this has. pIt has excellent acting, even Matt Dillon who is cunningly cast as himself manages to put in a performance, and personally Liv Tyler is not the type of woman I find attractive; HOWEVER, clever directing and a performance and a half from her render her entirely beleiveable as a woman who you would do anything for. Especially as each of those in love with her see her as a totally different person, be it voluptuous hell-queen, dominatrix or Julie Andrews type.pThe DVD had loads of excellent features to compliment it and I cannot reccomend it enough - if you prefer Coen to Farrelly I beleive you will enjoy it enough to warrant forking out the price of the DVD. A perfect little movie December 7, 2001 3 out of 6 found this review helpful One of the best movies ever, the cast are superb, the script is brilliant and funny. I have to admit I would watch anything with Liv Tyler but this is the best movie she has been in. Michael Douglas is superb as the dodgy hit-man with a strange looking wig. A film with no flaws There's Something About Mary 2 October 24, 2001 1 out of 2 found this review helpful This film reminded me very much of the farrelly brothers rom-com there's something about mary. However, whilst that is simply blatant laughs, this has a story to it, and not told in chronolical order, which is great. Norwegian newcomer to american cinema Harald Zwart has packed in a directorial masterpiece, with great comic performances by the stars, including the absurdly cast Michael Douglas. A must see! Damn funny February 2, 2002 1 out of 3 found this review helpful This is great. The star of the show is undoubtably Michael Douglas but the entire cast are hilarious. By the way Liv Tyler... not much I can say about her. When you see her your jaw will hit the ground. At long last I finally understand what everyone means when they use the words THAT car washing scene in every review. Wow is the best word I can come up with. Just wow. Oh yeah, there is other things in the movie, I just got a little sidetracked there. Anyway if you liked films such as There's Something About Mary, Cable Guy and other great comedies you'll worship this. Even if you hate comedies you should watch this because you can just sit in awe of Liv Tyler and you'll probably like this anyway. It's brilliant is what I mean. I'm gonna stop rambling now so you can order this little gem of a movie. Showing reviews 1-5 of 9 1 2 Next »

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