Richard-Gere Movie Reviews

When this movie first came out I saw it at least 4 times. The music and dancing alone is spell bounding. A star studded cast Gere, Hines, Hoskins, Cage. Everything about this movie is on point. A must see. I've been searching for a copy for the longest. To the execs."release the damn movie and make mint" (Saving me a copy first)

This movie is for me the best gangsters movie ever made because the plot is excellent, the tap-dancing performed by Gregory Hines is great and the direction by Francis-Ford-Coppola is perfectly under control. Well, a must-see!

This film is probably the best gangster drama: period! It captures the time of swing and glamour, and also the underworld of the mob. Richard Gere does a world of a job as Dixey Dwyer, a band member in the Cotton Club who gets involved with the mob. Gregory Hines as well is outstanding as an African American musician who also gets his hands caught up in this field. Yet my favorite actor in this film is Bob Hoskins who is awesome as a mob leader. Eveyone should check this film out ASAP!!!!!

This movie is full of action! What makes this movie so great is because not only is it full of action and special effects, but it has a plot that you find yourself believing. And, you will think you are actually there as you watch the movie.

This film stars Richard Gere. It's one of those films no one has heard of, but it is outstanding. I was stunned at how good the movie actually was.

It's about a teenager who stumbles on a mob execution in progress. From there, the action starts, and never stops. You'll be on the edge of your seat until the end of the movie.

This even makes "The Sopranos" come alive in another plot with other players. This means you will love "The Sopranos" even more, and you will find a lot of their shows incorporated into this movie.

Get this film! You won't be disappointed!

This movie is full of action! What makes this movie so great is because not only is it full of action and special effects, but it has a plot that you find yourself believing. And, you will think you are actually there as you watch the movie.

This film stars Richard Gere. It's one of those films no one has heard of, but it is outstanding. I was stunned at how good the movie actually was.

It's about a teenager who stumbles on a mob execution in progress. From there, the action starts, and never stops. You'll be on the edge of your seat until the end of the movie.

This even makes "The Sopranos" come alive in another plot with other players. This means you will love "The Sopranos" even more, and you will find a lot of their shows incorporated into this movie.

Get this film! You won't be disappointed!

This movie is full of action! What makes this movie so great is because not only is it full of action and special effects, but it has a plot that you find yourself believing. And, you will think you are actually there as you watch the movie.

This film stars Richard Gere. It's one of those films no one has heard of, but it is outstanding. I was stunned at how good the movie actually was.

It's about a teenager who stumbles on a mob execution in progress. From there, the action starts, and never stops. You'll be on the edge of your seat until the end of the movie.

This even makes "The Sopranos" come alive in another plot with other players. This means you will love "The Sopranos" even more, and you will find a lot of their shows incorporated into this movie.

Get this film! You won't be disappointed!

This movie is full of action! What makes this movie so great is because not only is it full of action and special effects, but it has a plot that you find yourself believing. And, you will think you are actually there as you watch the movie.

This film stars Richard Gere. It's one of those films no one has heard of, but it is outstanding. I was stunned at how good the movie actually was.

It's about a teenager who stumbles on a mob execution in progress. From there, the action starts, and never stops. You'll be on the edge of your seat until the end of the movie.

This even makes "The Sopranos" come alive in another plot with other players. This means you will love "The Sopranos" even more, and you will find a lot of their shows incorporated into this movie.

Get this film! You won't be disappointed!

Thank you, Akira. You have looked into the hearts and souls of those affected by war - and all are. Your approach has been objective, clear and without a need to strive for shining, polished work.

Thank you Sachiko Murase (Kana), this was probably the most important film that you ever did. You characterized a person that is able in her old age to accept the truth to understand her own mistakes - to change and to move on. What a great role!

Thank you, Richard Gere, this is probably your most important film as well. After this film the girls of all ages did not only want to be your girl-friend but also your granny ;))

An elderly woman (Kane) played by Sachiko Murase lives in Nagasaki Japan. One memorable summer she takes care of her four grandchildren who inadvertently awaken in her the memory of the day that the atomic bomb fell in 1945, and how it deprived her of her husband.

With the arrival of her American-Asian nephew from the US, played surprisingly well by Richard Gere who manages to speak Japanese without fluffing it too much, Kane is forced to re-evaluate how the dropping of the bomb has shaped her life and beliefs.

Haunted by the fact that she could not save her husband, and reliving the memories of that terrible day Kane strives to protect her family, and this culminates in her fleeing her house in a storm, clutching an umbrella as if this will protect her against the wrath of nature.

The scenery is breath taking, the acting brilliant and with a haunting sound track, this slow moving Japanese with English subtitles will make you look at the dropping of the atomic bomb with new and horrified eyes. An intelligent and thought provoking film for those people who like a movie with class and brains.

This movie shows you several points of view about Nagasaki, that is, the use of the atomic bomb. These points of view are as of 1990, at 45 years from that day.

It starts with children's feelings and thoughts about that day. These children are grandsons of a teacher dead by the bomb, and live in Nagasaki.

The parents' attitude follows. They try to live better and not to suffer, even more, not to remember or make people remember that day.

Next is the story of the survivors of the bomb. The grandmother, who lost her husband, and the classmates of children killed by the bomb.

Finally, the mind and heart of the Nikkei (descendant of Japanese). This is a double situation: He is not only a descendant of Japanese, but also of USA nationality.

The story is directed well. The characters are defined clearly.
However, please note that this is not a documentary film. You could make your opinion about Nagasaki and the bomb based on the arguments (most of them true) of the movie, but it wouldn't be enough.

Also because this is a movie, you'll enjoy some funny or artistic parts it offers to you. Besides, you would learn about some Japanese costumes and tales.

A final note: If you try to study Japanese watching this work, beware: The grandmother talks with namari (local accent).

Thank you, Akira. You have looked into the hearts and souls of those affected by war - and all are. Your approach has been objective, clear and without a need to strive for shining, polished work.

Thank you Sachiko Murase (Kana), this was probably the most important film that you ever did. You characterized a person that is able in her old age to accept the truth to understand her own mistakes - to change and to move on. What a great role!

Thank you, Richard Gere, this is probably your most important film as well. After this film the girls of all ages did not only want to be your girl-friend but also your granny ;))

An elderly woman (Kane) played by Sachiko Murase lives in Nagasaki Japan. One memorable summer she takes care of her four grandchildren who inadvertently awaken in her the memory of the day that the atomic bomb fell in 1945, and how it deprived her of her husband.

With the arrival of her American-Asian nephew from the US, played surprisingly well by Richard Gere who manages to speak Japanese without fluffing it too much, Kane is forced to re-evaluate how the dropping of the bomb has shaped her life and beliefs.

Haunted by the fact that she could not save her husband, and reliving the memories of that terrible day Kane strives to protect her family, and this culminates in her fleeing her house in a storm, clutching an umbrella as if this will protect her against the wrath of nature.

The scenery is breath taking, the acting brilliant and with a haunting sound track, this slow moving Japanese with English subtitles will make you look at the dropping of the atomic bomb with new and horrified eyes. An intelligent and thought provoking film for those people who like a movie with class and brains.

This movie shows you several points of view about Nagasaki, that is, the use of the atomic bomb. These points of view are as of 1990, at 45 years from that day.

It starts with children's feelings and thoughts about that day. These children are grandsons of a teacher dead by the bomb, and live in Nagasaki.

The parents' attitude follows. They try to live better and not to suffer, even more, not to remember or make people remember that day.

Next is the story of the survivors of the bomb. The grandmother, who lost her husband, and the classmates of children killed by the bomb.

Finally, the mind and heart of the Nikkei (descendant of Japanese). This is a double situation: He is not only a descendant of Japanese, but also of USA nationality.

The story is directed well. The characters are defined clearly.
However, please note that this is not a documentary film. You could make your opinion about Nagasaki and the bomb based on the arguments (most of them true) of the movie, but it wouldn't be enough.

Also because this is a movie, you'll enjoy some funny or artistic parts it offers to you. Besides, you would learn about some Japanese costumes and tales.

A final note: If you try to study Japanese watching this work, beware: The grandmother talks with namari (local accent).

Great movie on a topic that is not covered in most history books or films--romantic relations between American soldiers and British women in WW2 England. It's historically accurate as well as poignant. 'Yanks' is probably my one and only favorite Richard Gere film and definitely my favorite Lisa Eichhorn film (had a crush on her after seeing this movie, though I was only a teenager at the time!). Could have probably done without the New Year's party riot sequence, but it still portrayed where Americans and British can have distinct differences of opinion.

To me, this ranks up there with 'Summer of '42' as a fine romantic war movie. Can't wait for the DVD!

The film covers the impact on a small yorkshire town of the arrival of american GIs from 1942 to 1944. The main thrust is that of a love story rather than a war film.

Although the writing is not going to set anyone on fire with excitement, the subject and the emotions of the characters are handled well. All the leads (Gere, DeVane, Eichorn, Redgrave) are at their best, although Eichorns performance does show some signs of the fact it is her debut.

The film works as entertainment rather than art, and is more an interesting study of the impact of loneliness than as a historical piece. In essence, the film could have been an hour long and acheived all that it does. Having said that, it can hold your attention for the full runnning time, and only one or two scenes are really unnecessary (such as the racist fight scenes at the dance).

Overall, I quite liked this film, and it was quite refreshing to have Yorkshire accented English people alongside Americans (although Eichorn's accent is terrible!) rather than the ubiquitous cockneys we usually get.

My main criticism is that it would work better on TV, by which I mean it is too fragmented. For instance the relationship between Redgrave and her son at school and the effect of an absent father figure, is touched on but not fully explored. The characters could have been much better exploited in this format, giving the audience more opportunity to care and become involved. Mini-series, people!

It was also a shock to see that the film was produced in 1979. Watch it, and wonder why a lot of american films of the same time are so shoddily produced.

Wow, I don't know where to begin. I always wondered where the days went, when a man would kiss a woman and she would lift her leg behind her. As a man who is married with two young kids, I found this movie to be beyond romantic. I pursued my wife in college with the same vigor as Matt (Richard Gere) pursued Jean (Lisa Eichhorn). In an odd kind of way my wife resembles Jean, a naive beautiful woman whom I decided that I could not live without. As a self-proclaimed romantic and one regularly read Frost, this movie captured my heart. I can't stop talking about the subtlness of the love between Matt and Jean. Also, I found Helen (Vanessa Redgrave) and John (William Devane) to be absoulety devine, their story touched my soul. Specifically, toward the end while she was in the church. The ending of this movie is a marvel, I can only hope that it is nominated or re-nominated for an Oscar... Thank you Matt, Jean, Helen, and John, thank you for allowing Love to be so Real.......

Frost once said, " Love is the irrestible desire of being irrestibly desired". I'm a life long fan...Thanks

Edward Norton wowed us all beyond speech with this performance. He so convinces us of who he is throughout the film; we are betrayed, shocked, and dismayed when he reveals himself to us. Outstanding performance here. His chemistry with Gere is entertaining to watch. Gere delivers a believable, caring performance. Linney is solid, as an angry DA once a lover of Gere's. Terrific plot. Worth watching again and again

Ok, first off, I watched this movie when it came to theatres in 96, and I thought the ending was so messed up, but I was only 14. Young Ed Norton (one of my favorite actors) was outstanding. Going from stuttering innocent little alter boy Arron Stampler, to diabolical, foul mouthed, ruthless Roy. The movie had suspense, some humor, originality, and a surprise ending, which entertains you from beginning to end. And in real life this could happen. That is why it's hard to prove insanity because they get off so easily in the court of law. Richard Gere deserved an award for this film too. Playing the part of a naive and optimistic attorney. I felt like the end defeated the whole purpose of the beginning and middle, but hell i didnt expect it. It was a well thought out unexpected twist. It's a great movie, and it's been on tnt like every night. If you wanna see the actual movie with all the adulterated scenes left in, rent it.

Since I have never really been a big fan of Richard Gere, I ignored this movie when it was in the theaters back in '96. One night at the video store, I wanted a mystery/drama and thought "what the heck, it cannot be that bad." 2 hours later, after watching it once, I wanted to watch it again.

Ed Norton delivers an amazing and very disturbing performance. Although this was his first major movie, he created a character that one moment you feel for and the next ... well I will let you learn that from the movie. Richard Gere is also very good in this movie. He sheds light on the good and bad side of defending the accused. The movie takes you step by step through his investigation and you understand why his character believes in Norton's character so much. As a law student, the court room aspect of the movie is a little weak, overall it is the best legal thriller avaliable.

This film is a second rate thriller involving Richard Gere, a prominent Chicago attorney, and his defence of an alter boy in a brutal murder case. The movie is engaging for the most part, although there are annoying subplots that are never fully developed and therefore a drag in the picture. The real action in this picture is the electrifying screen debut of Edward Norton. Norton plays the alter boy, Aaron Stampler, accused of killing the archbishop he worked for. This truely is a stunning performance, that garnered several awards and a best supporting actor nomination from the Academy. Norton gives Stampler so much depth and emotion it is hard to believe he could hurt a flea, let alone be guilty of such a brutal crime, despite the evidence against him. A twist of plot explains this and it would be unfair to spoil it for people who have not seen this movie. Norton is flawless and Gere is solid as ever, so this is a picture people should checkout.

First off, "Primal Fear" is an excellent movie, and shows why Richard Gere is such an underrated actor. His performance as Marty Vail is right on target, and is probably the best work he has done in films. Laura Linney, Andre Braugher and Frances McDormand were top notch as well. Even Alfre Woodard's minor role as the judge was brilliant. And of course, we can't overlook the Oscar-nominated performance of Edward Norton. I don't remember who won, but Norton should have. It's an understated, complex performance. Notice his eyes when he's the soft and gentle Aaron; then notice them again when Roy emerges. What a stunning turnabout!
Now, if you've read William Diehl's book upon which this movie is based, you have the distinct benefit of understanding a lot more about Stampler's background and driving forces. Unfortunately, the movie could not provide a real motivation for Stampler's murder of the archbishop. If the movie has shortcoming, it's that it never really explains why Aaron killed him. And the book has a lot more involving the alternate Roy that also helps deepen the complexity of Aaron/Roy. The chilling ending, however, in both the book and the movie, still packs a tremendous wallop. If you liked this movie, read the entire Marty Vail series by Diehl; if you think Aaron was bad in this one, wait till you see what he does in the future!
Oh, by the way, Gere and Linney's relationship was one of the most honest I've seen in some while; wish we could have seen more of why they really had "split," so to speak.
A great movie, though.

Edward Norton wowed us all beyond speech with this performance. He so convinces us of who he is throughout the film; we are betrayed, shocked, and dismayed when he reveals himself to us. Outstanding performance here. His chemistry with Gere is entertaining to watch. Gere delivers a believable, caring performance. Linney is solid, as an angry DA once a lover of Gere's. Terrific plot. Worth watching again and again