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Alfie [DVD] [2004]
enlarge	Director: Charles Shyer Actors: Jude Law, Susan Sarandon, Graydon Carter, Julienne Davis, Omar Epps Studio: Paramount Home Entertainment Category: DVD List Price: ~~£15.99~~ Buy New: £0.17 as of 20/11/2009 20:03 GMT details You Save: £15.82 (99%) New (50) Used (97) Collectible (1) from £0.14 Seller: hamptons_co Rating: 23 reviews Sales Rank: 8187 Format: Anamorphic, PAL, Widescreen Languages: English (Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired), English (Subtitled), English (Original Language) Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over Region: 2 Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Number Of Discs: 1 Running Time: 101 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2 Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 EAN: 5014437865038 ASIN: B0006I0254 Theatrical Release Date: 2004 Release Date: February 21, 2005 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days


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Editorial Reviews: Amazon.co.uk Review Jude Law's IAlfie/I, much like Michael Caine's in the 1966 original, is what you'd call an unrepentant womanizer. He beds 'em but never weds 'em, and New York provides ample opportunity to continue the process--until reality slaps him in the face. Because Jude Law is, well, Jude Law, you can see why he gets away with it as long as he does, and the actor also pulls off the usually awkward trick of narrating directly to the camera. Neither his Alfie, however, nor director Charles Shyer's remake emerges completely without scratches. Law has a Chesire Cat carnality, but he emanates too much intellect to buy him as the relatively dim bulb he's supposed to be. The film, meanwhile, is a bit soft around the edges; the whole thing would have more resonance if it wasn't quite so intent on watching the unrepentant repent. Regardless, it's a surprisingly thoughtful diversion, and there's fine work from Marisa Tomei, Nia Long, and Susan Sarandon as the women who understandably make Alfie reconsider his ways.I--Steve Wiecking/I

Customer Reviews: Showing reviews 1-5 of 23 1 2 3 4 5 Next » Surprisingly good March 31, 2005 12 out of 15 found this review helpful I must confess to having quite serious reservations over the prospect of this movie. Being a huge fan of Michael Caine - and cinema - it was darn near heresy to remake a classic such as 'Alfie'. But, reluctantly, I watched it.pI have to say it was a thoroughly satisfying experience! I studied film (among other things!) at university, and know first-hand that too many critics can be unnecessarily snobby about the films Hollywood churns out. I've started measuring the film ratings I dispense by the level of contentment I felt afterwards.p'Alfie' is a cracking little movie. It bears little resemblance to the original, and is very much a movie in its own right. The film is an ultra-glossy affair, with Jude Law in great clothes walking through great sets and great locations with great-looking women, living a great lifestyle. You get the idea! It's a snappy story of morals, but without ever becoming too preachy. First and foremost it aims to be a slick romantic comedy, and it pulls it off.pI'd heartily recommend the film. I'm willing to bet you won't take your eyes off it and somewhere, deep down, you'll experience a real sense of satisfaction. Jude Law was made for the role (think Dickie Greenleaf!) and proves he's a star by ably carrying the picture. Ultra-solid support from Susan Sarandon, Marisa Tomei, Nia Long and Sienna Miller provides a nice mix of spices. Give it a shot. You may just like it, even though I was tempted to knock off a star for the monstrously egomaniacal post-movie credits from the director (you'll see what I mean...) Alfie March 10, 2005 1 out of 1 found this review helpful Very good, a great depiction of the single man! Funny in parts, but quite sad overall. Great film - much better than I had been led to believe! April 26, 2005 1 out of 4 found this review helpful I watched this with my husband and we both thoroughly enjoyed it. I thought it was well paced, very "good looking" (lovely sets, clothes etc) and with a good moral storyline. Would recommend! alfie January 30, 2005 4 out of 31 found this review helpful i saw this film in the cinema not knowing what to expect but this film blow me away not just by the fit jude law but by the way set the film out but the reason its a success is all the acting! brilliant acting pwatch it full of laughs and a fit bloke (jude law) shame hes getting married! pim spechless to write more! WHATS IT ALL ABOUT ALFIE May 4, 2005 stevef (london United Kingdom) 1 out of 7 found this review helpful MOST REMAKES WHEN YOU HAVE SEEN THE ORIGIONAL ARE DISAPOINTINGbrHOWEVER THIS IS THE EXCEPTION.brJUDE LAW HAS OUTDONE MICHAEL CAINE IN THE CHEEKY CHAPPIE STAKES.brI RECOMMEND YOU SEE THIS MOVIE. Showing reviews 1-5 of 23 1 2 3 4 5 Next »

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