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Something's Gotta Give [DVD] [2004]
enlarge	Director: Nancy Meyers Actors: Jack Nicholson, Diane Keaton, Keanu Reeves, Amanda Peet, Frances McDormand Studio: Warner Home Video Category: DVD List Price: ~~£13.99~~ Buy Used: £0.86 as of 21/11/2009 17:54 GMT details You Save: £13.13 (94%) New (18) Used (57) from £0.86 Seller: 247EntertainmentUK Rating: 35 reviews Sales Rank: 4544 Format: PAL, Widescreen Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language) Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over Region: 2 Discs: 1 Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Number Of Discs: 1 Running Time: 123 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2 Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 EAN: 7321900319546 ASIN: B0001XLY5Q Theatrical Release Date: December 12, 2003 Release Date: June 14, 2004 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days


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Editorial Reviews: Amazon.co.uk Review As upscale sitcoms go, ISomething's Gotta Give/I has more to offer than most romantic comedies. Obviously working through some semi-autobiographical issues regarding "women of a certain age", writer-director Nancy Meyers brings adequate credibility and above-average intelligence to what is essentially (but not exclusively) a fantasy premise, in which an ageing lothario who's always dated younger women (Jack Nicholson, more or less playing himself) falls for a successful middle-aged playwright (Diane Keaton) who's convinced she's past the age of romance, much less sexual reawakening. pAs long as old pals Nicholson and Keaton are on screen discussing their dilemma or discovering their mutual desire, ISomething's Gotta Give/I is terrific, proving (in case anyone had forgotten) that Hollywood can and should aim for an older demographic. Meyers falls short with the sitcom device of a younger lover (Keanu Reeves) who wants Keaton as much as Nicholson does; it's believable but shallow and too easily dismissed. She also skimps on supporting roles for Frances McDormand, Amanda Peet and Jon Favreau, but thankfully this is one romantic comedy that doesn't pander to youth. Mature viewers, rejoice! --IJeff Shannon/I

Customer Reviews: Showing reviews 1-5 of 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Next » Romance and Laughter, what else can one ask for????? February 20, 2004 10 out of 12 found this review helpful This is a story about a playwright (Diane Keaton) first meeting her daughter's boyfriend who hapens to be 40 years older then her daughter. She is very disaproving of the age gap and thinks very lowly of the boyfriend (Jack Nioholson). By a happenstance of circumstance, she ends up having to spend time with him, and also Keaton becomes entwined with another man at the same timem, a doctor who is younger but extremely handsome to her and a huge fan of her work, played superbly by Keanu Reeves. pThe movie explores the significance of older people in romance and how they are stereotypically portrayed.pDiane Keaton secured a Golden Globe and so far an Oscar Nomination for this role when this review was written.pThe Acting was superb with exceptionall direction by Nancy Meyers who also wrote the script.pI hope this helps for information fo the movie. And who said romance was dead? June 24, 2004 Mrs. B. S. Bevis (Sleaford, Lincolnshire United Kingdom) 12 out of 16 found this review helpful Something's Gotta Give (12A)brDirector: Nancy Meyers, 2003, USA, 128 minutespCast: Jack Nicholson, Diane Keaton, Keanu Reeves, Amanda Peet, Frances McDormandpAn enjoyable, feel-good movie in the 'Sleepless in Seattle' genre, Something's Gotta Give follows the age-old 'boy meets/loses/regains girl' formula - but with one main difference; the 'boy' is Harry Sanborn (Nicholson) an ageing and shallow playboy who seemingly has only one aim in life - seducing beautiful young woman. And the 'girl' is Erica Berry (Keaton), a divorced, 50-something successful writer with a non-existent love life. While Erica's youthful love-interest (Reeves) and her lovely daughter (Peet) remain mostly in the background providing pretty props for Harry and Erica, who steal the show with witty asides and sly, side-ling glances - behaviour one would not normally associate with middle-aged people... but why not? Love and sexual attraction doesn't end at 40, as this film sets out to prove.pAs one would expect with Oscar nominees of Nicholson's and Keaton's calibre, there is strong on-screen chemistry between the two main characters, which is further enforced by a clever script. There are laughter lines and grey hairs a-plenty, plus a dickey heart and viagra, thrown in for good measure. But this does nothing to spoil the viewer's belief that, despite their advancing years, these two really could get it together!pThe story begins when Marin (Peet) brings her wealthy, but elderly, boyfriend Harry back to her mother's beach house (and what a beach house!), for what he obviously hopes will be a 'dirty weekend'. But her mom and aunt (McDormand) arrive back in time to put paid to any such ideas. pPut out by mom's presence and not in the best of health, thanks to a decedent lifestyle, Harry suddenly suffers a heart attack, and it falls upon the reluctant Erica to play nursemaid to him. It is during this enforced togetherness that we see their attitudes about each other begin to slowly change. And both of them seem genuinely surprised when they end up in bed together.pBut it is a relationship that doesn't quite know which direction to take, and a handsome young doctor (Reeves) is quicker than Harry to recognise Erica's attributes and starts to court her.pHarry moves on - in body, if not in mind - as he tries to return to his normal routine. But it doesn't prove as easy forgetting Erica as he had at first thought. Meanwhile, Erica is busy venting her mixed-up emotions on paper and Harry becomes the focal figure in a play about their romance. pThe play becomes a huge hit for Erica, and she appears to be coping well with Harry's absence from her life till he turns up at the play, angry at having become the laughing stock of the theatre world. Erica denies that Henry (the central character), is actually Harry, and admits that he's killed off at the end of the play as it's "funnier!". An indignant Harry exits her life for a second time.pWe move forward, but Harry can't. And it is in a restaurant in Paris where they meet up again. Erica is on birthday trip they planned in bed, way back. But she's not alone, as Harry had hoped. It all becomes too much for him and he leaves the restaurant a broken man. Erica quickly comes to the rescue...pDirected by Nancy Meyer, who also wrote the story with the two leading actors in mind. Nicholson, a notorious womaniser himself, is cast to perfection, with none of his genius of facial expression missed. And Keaton's gentle warmth, with an appealing mixture of maturity and vulnerability, makes her his perfect co-star. Together, they soon have you seeing past the crinkles and silver hair to believe that it really is possible for an arrogant and selfish batchelor to be redeemed by love. In the end, something's gotta give... and it does, with style!pBeautifully filmed and accompanied by some delightful French melodies, this film is a must for all die-hard romantics, young and old! Must see movie February 20, 2004 6 out of 7 found this review helpful The chemistry on screen between Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton is magical. This has to be one of the funniest films I have seen. Adding in Keanu Reeves was a spot of genius. This film follows the feelings, ups and downs of two people who are not really in to relationships. How they come to like each other was I feel very well orchestrated. People of all ages will like this film however the forty-somethings and upwards will really appreciate the one liners and be able to read in between the lines. Very funny with a touch of sadness very well balanced. You will want to see it again and again!!! Keaton and Meyers at their best! February 21, 2004 12 out of 15 found this review helpful You've probally heard all the raving about it, well I'm happy to say that this movie deserves it! The story is so extremely funny and yet it touches your heart also. Keaton and Nicholson send sparks flying, (showing the same kind of electricity that was appartent with the Keaton/Allen films) their acting is razor sharp and you'll find yourself howling because of it. pNicholson plays Harry Sanborn a rich record producer who is dating Marin Barry (Amanda Peet, also very good), they go away for a romanctic weekend to Marin's mothers beach home but do not expect the mother, Erica Barry (Keaton), a successful playwrite to be there. Harry and Erica do not see eye to eye until that is Harry has a heart attack and Erica is left to nurse him, this is when the budding romance starts. There is a pleasent twist in the tail when Harrys doctor, played by Keanu Reeves falls for Erica Barry also and I thought it was lovely to see Keaton and Reeves together on screen because it made the youth just burst right out of her.pThe best part of the film is the acting, Keaton had me screaming with laughter with her weeping and confusion, and Nicholson has his usual charm which always makes you smile. I only wish they had used Frances McDormand's character to greater depth because she is also a great actress to watch.pNancy Meyers story writing and directing is also very good. The one liners, and obvious jibs at the actors themselves (notice the jibs at Diane Keaton turtle necks - vey funny) have you laughing when you don't expect. I believe Dr. Mercer, Reeves character was left flapping a bit, but his character is worth being in the film just for the way Keaton acts around him.pI believe Diane Keaton is unbelievable in this film, and if you are a fan, like I am, then you will adore this film simply because of her. She is glowing with youth, love and even sexiness which I have never seen in her before. She seems 10 years younger than in other quite resent films like 'The First Wives Club'. And I have to say I believe she disserves the oscar for Best Actress if only for her nude scene, even if it is very brief it brought a defiante connection between Keaton's and Nicholson's characters. I only wish the film had been put up for an oscar also, a definate MUST SEE MOVIE! Do you want to laugh? February 26, 2004 12 out of 15 found this review helpful This is a treameandous movie! Fun and with very good performances by both Keaton and Nicholson. It touches deeper issues as this culturs fixations of youth and does it in a very funny way. I found it to be a touching and very well done movie that should deserve an academy award! It leaves you with a feeling of wellbeing after you seen it. I can hardly wait til it gets out on dvd. They say that a good laugh prolongs your life! So see it and prolong your life! Showing reviews 1-5 of 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Next »

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