Mermaids [VHS]
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VHS Movie Reviews of Mermaids [VHS]
Movie Review: Good cast, charming story
Summary: 3 Stars
This is an enjoyable film. The eccentric 1960s soundtrack complements the eccentric family portrayed by Cher, Winona Ryder, and Christina Ricci. There are some delightful moments with Ricci, especially when she sticks a pumpkin on her head and chases her mother! The film's title might seem misleading, with Mermaids only being relevant in passing. Having thought about this, Hans Christian Andersen's story of The Little Mermaid has the main character having to return to sea and not be with her lover or she will lose her freedom to swim underwater, and I think this is the point that is being made here. Cher's character has always moved on from one town (and one boyfriend) to the next in order not to lose her freedom to do so. This reflects the prevailing view of women in 1960s western society in that it would be acceptable for men to do this, but for a woman it's a little scandalous. The film falls into the trap of a lot of period drama in that almost all the cars seem like well-kept 1963 vintage vehicles, with only Cher's car being dirtied down enough to look realistic. But they look great, so why worry? Bob Hoskins plays against type as a kindly American who changes the lives of the three girls and Winona Ryder is the focus of the family as a confused teenager who sometimes seems more down to Earth than her mother. It's a charming story, well told.Movie Review: Mermaids Swims!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great movie, even if it was not a blockbuster. Cher gives a wonderful performance as Mrs. Flax! The film requires her to shift between drama and comedy which Cher does easily! Winona Ryder gives a great performance as a confused girl. Christina Ricci is a delight and her performance hints at what she would do. It's a great movie to watch over and over again! The music is wonderful, as is, the town in which the film was shot, Rockport, MA. I highly reccomend this film to any Cher, Winona or Christina fan. Bob Hoskins also gives a wonderful performance!Movie Review: This Is A Great Movie
Summary: 5 Stars
I Love this movie. When i was little, i was so excited when it would come on. I love the cast, I love the story, and it keeps me interested. This is an example coming of age movie-if that's what you call them. Any girl can relate to these three females in this family-and if they don't, then they can at least sympathize. And any guy can laugh at this movie with us girls. This is a funny, emotional, and intelligent movie. I'd watch it any time.Movie Review: Funny and poignant.
Summary: 5 Stars
I saw this movie ages ago with my mom. We are both big fans of "Moonstruck." We both loved this movie. The combo of Cher, Winona Ryder, and Christina Ricci is phenomenal. Bob Hoskins is great as Cher's love interest. And the very cute Michael Schoeffling (he of Sixteen Candles fame--at least to us kids of the '80s) as the object of Winona Ryder's affection. Great writing, plot, and characters. These aren't some cartoony, 2 dimensional, cardboard cutouts. These are living, growing characters who hurt each other, love each other, and try to learn to be better sisters, daughters, mothers, and friends. Watch it with your mom.Movie Review: A Fun Family Movie!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great family movie, cher's performance in this movie is so great. It tells the story of a Jewish family who is constantly moving because Mrs. Flax (Cher) is always causing some kind of gossip in the town and ends up moving all the time. Charlotte (Winonna Ryder) plays an odd teenager, who is in love with a caretaker, and can't keep her mind off of him. The synopsis is great, and filled with two hours of great comedy played out by two great actresses. This is a must see movie.