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A Guide To Recognizing Your Saints [2006] [DVD]
enlarge	Director: Dito Montiel Actors: Channing Tatum, Shia LaBeouf, Robert Downey, Chazz Palminteri, Dianne Wiest Studio: Revolver Entertainment Category: DVD List Price: ~~£15.99~~ Buy Used: £1.02 as of 21/11/2009 19:06 GMT details You Save: £14.97 (94%) New (14) Used (14) Collectible (1) from £1.02 Seller: zoverstocks Rating: 13 reviews Sales Rank: 14626 Format: PAL Language: English (Original Language) Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over Region: 2 Number Of Discs: 1 Running Time: 100 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2 Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 EAN: 5060018488943 ASIN: B000OY9VXY Theatrical Release Date: 2006 Release Date: July 2, 2007 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days


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Editorial Reviews: Amazon.co.uk Review A film adaptation of Dito Montiel's memoir of the same name, iA Guide to Recognizing Your Saints/i is a compelling, thoughtful movie based on Montiel's childhood growing up in 1980s Queens. A writer and director who understands his limitations, Montiel wisely left the acting to the pros. Shia LaBeouf (iHoles/i) plays him during his adolescence, while Robert Downey Jr. (iGood Night, and Good Luck, Wonder Boys/i) portrays the grown-up Dito. Never mind that there is absolutely no physical resemblance between the two actors; LaBeouf and Downey are so convincing in their roles it doesn't matter. Switching effortlessly from present day (where Dito is a successful author) to the past (where he is a tough little kid trying to figure out if there is life beyond New York), iA Guide to Recognizing Your Saints/i tackles Dito's complicated relationship with his parents (Chazz Palminteri and Dianne Wiest), as well as the friends he left behind. Eric Roberts is magnificent in a small role as one of Dito's tough, childhood buddies. His powerful performance makes viewers remember there was a time when Roberts was better known for his acting skills than for being Julia's big brother. Montiel--a first-time filmmaker--won the Director's Award at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival for his autobiographical movie. Raw, gritty, and honest, iSaints/i makes a strong impact and leaves the viewer curious as to how the rest of Montiel's life will work out. i--Jae-Ha Kim/i

Customer Reviews: Showing reviews 1-5 of 13 1 2 3 Next » excellent July 6, 2007 J. Evelegh (England) 6 out of 7 found this review helpful an excellent film, chronicoling the tough lives of a group of teenagers living in the hard times of 80s Queens, New York. The movie is gritty and tough, the artistic style adding to this particular flavour of the film itself. definitely one i would recommend espescially if you enjoyed Kids, Kidulthood and A Bronx Tale. Loved it (but I've yet to read the book). December 29, 2007 Phoenix Rising (Bristol, England) 3 out of 4 found this review helpful I've read some mixed reviews on here but I took a chance and trusted those who said it was worth a watch. Don't know what it was, maybe the time was right, maybe there are elements of my own teenage years that I relived emotionally whilst watching the film or maybe I was just in the right frame of mind to get the maximum hit from this movie. All I know is that I absolutely loved it. I found the story very moving with some touching performances from all the actors involved. The soundtrack is a must for anyone who enjoyed the music of the late 70's / early 80's. At £5 it's worth taking the chance. Loved this film July 20, 2007 Evan Hendrikse (Mumbai, India) 2 out of 3 found this review helpful When released this film received mix reviews so I didn't see it at the cinema - a decision I now regret. I thought the DVD was fantastic. br / br /It isn't an easy film to watch having been cut up and spliced together in intricate ways but as a whole I thought it worked extremely well. The editing and direction is innovative and fresh, leading to a dreaminess that is rarely successful in this genre. br / br /I recommend that people give this film a shot. br / br / A guide for recognising your saints September 15, 2008 Mr. Bm Cook (London) One of the most powerful and moving films i've seen in a long long while. br /Downey junior, and in particular Shia leBoef really truly show their talent in outstandng performances and unbelievable emotionality in their acting. A must have. Much Better Than I Thought... July 23, 2009 Mr. J. Richards (london) This film is bit like the oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire as it has flashbacks while he is traveling to his mother and father. Great performances from Shia LaBeouf, Channing Tatum and Chazz Palminteri. There are alot of very tense moments and the gangster atmosphere is really well acted. 5 out of 5. I recommend watching it. Showing reviews 1-5 of 13 1 2 3 Next »

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