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Orange County (DVD) |
| Date: |
05/03/06 (126 review reads) |
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Advantages: It's got Jack Black in it...
Disadvantages: Very short film, and quite predictable.
You may ask why I'm reviewing this movie, when it's been out a whilst and there are already several ops out there.
Well, to be honest, I think that this film has been given a hard time by the other reviewers and the movie is under-rated. Please read on to discover why...
THE PLOT...
Shaun Brumder is a highly talented, intelligent, but easily distracted surfer who finds a book by acclaimed author Martin Skinner. This discovery leads him to focus his attentions on becoming a creative writer at Stanford University. However, due to a mix up, a degenerates details are sent in place of Brumder's, which eliminates any chance of him getting into Stanford.
Shaun must rely on help from his girlfriend and his family (which include his dopehead brother) to correct the error and fufil his lifes ambition.
THE CAST & CREW...
The casting of this film is excellent, with many uncredited cameo appearances included in the line up.
Shaun Brumder is played by Colin Hanks, Tom Hanks' son. This is his first starring role, although he has had roles in Band Of Brothers, Roswell and That Thing You Do. Acting is obviously in his blood, and this comes across in this movie.
Shaun's junkie brother, Lance, is played by Jack Black. Anyone who has read my previous reviews will know that I am a big Jack Black fan, and in this film he doesn't fail to live up to expectations. He is hilarious, and the real star of the film. If you like him in the new "School Of Rock", you are sure to like him in this.
Catherine O Hara (from Home Alone) and John Lithgow (3rd Rock From The Sun / Ricochet / Cliffhanger) as Shaun's seperated, dysfunctional parents.
Other well know stars include Lily Tomlin, Ben Stiller, Harold Ramis, Chevy Chase and Kevin Kline.
Mentions must also be given to the writer, Mike White and the Director Jake Kasdan.
SOUNDTRACK...
This movie has a great soundtrack - consisting mainly of tracks bu groups such as The Foo Fighters and Red Hot Chilli Peppers. It fits in really well to the American Coming Of Age movie, and enhances the movie experience.
OVERALL OPINION OF MOVIE...
I liked it alot ! The movie is very short compared when compared to other films, with a running time of 1hr 14mins. The comedy though is excellent, and makes you cringe as you experience what Shaun is going through. One scene, for example, is when he has a home interview to try and get into Stanford. He is so keen to impress, but his mother gets drunk, his brother is high and his senile "step-dad" is causing no end of problems.
If you enjoy films such as American Pie or School Of Rock, then you will probably enjoy this movie.
MEMORABLE SCENE...
(In an English Lit class...)
Teacher - "Macbeth - what is there to say about Macbeth ? William Shakespear... Shakespear In Love... Gwyneth Paltrow... who dated Brad Pitt... who is married to..."
Class (in unison) - "Jennifer Aniston."
Teacher - "Who is on 'Friends'. Interesting. Can anyone name their favourite Friend ? Chad ?"
Chad - "Joey."
Teacher - "Joey - thats right. Anyone else ? Tina ?"
Tina - "Monica ?"
Teacher - "Monica - That's right. Good. Shaun - can you name your favourite Friend ?"
Shaun - "Ross.. I guess."
Teacher - "Actually no - I'm sorry. What about Chandler. Does anyone like Chandler ? Can I see some hands ?"
OTHER INFORMATION...
The film is Cert 12, and has a running time of 79mins.
Summary: Jack Black and Colin Hanks star in this very funny movie.
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