The Fan [VHS]
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VHS Movie Reviews of The Fan [VHS]
Movie Review: Great role for De Niro
Summary: 4 Stars
I haven't heard too much about The Fan. I don't think that it hit it as big with the box office as it should have. Director Tony Scott (True Romance, Spy Game) did an excellent job of getting the viewer to identify with De Niro's character at the beginning. But as the film progressed, there are one-by-one actions that build up for you to finally realize that he is nuts! Robert De Niro delivered a very real and believable performance as always. Wesley Snipes also did a good job as a cocky first rate baseball player in a slump, and under complete stress. This is not something for the kids, though. Its R rating reflects pervasive strong language and some intense violence. It's a good suspense movie though with great character development.Movie Review: "The Fan"..Steps Up To The Plate
Summary: 3 Stars
This review refers to the TRI STAR DVD edition of "The Fan"
Baseball was never so thrilling as it is in this film. In "The Fan" there's more at stake then the pennant for $40 million dollar centerfielder Bobby Rayburn(Wesley Snipes).One swing of the bat could cost him everything that is precious to him.
When did baseball become more than a game to Rayburn? When his number one fan, Gil Renard(Robert DeNiro), steps up to the plate to help Bobby out of his slump.Gil is a three time looser. He is a poor role model to his young son, he has a major problem with his people skills, and he is about to lose his job at the company that was founded by his own father. His psychotic obsession with the game of baseball, takes him further out of bounds than any Little League Coach ever went.When his idol seems to be having trouble getting into the swing of things,and another player is getting all the glory, Renard takes matters into his own hands. How far will he go to make sure Rayburn has his day in the sun? Will he even murder for him?
DeNiro is absolutley this deranged and very scary character. He plays him so well you may forget that he is Robert Deniro for a while! Snipes also is excellent as the unwitting victim, Rounding off the cast in fine performances are Ellen Barkin, Benecio Del Toro and John Leguizamo. It is directed by Tony Scott who keeps you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end and as always perfect mood scoring by Hans Zimmer adds to the tense situations.
The DVD has a nice clear and sharp picture.You have the choice of Widescreen or Standard Formats. The sound is very good and you can choose between 5.1 Dolby or 2- channel surround sound.It may be viewed in French and Spanish and has subtitles in English and Spanish if needed. There are no other special features included.
I thought it was a great thriller, and it kept me involved through the whole story, but I'm going with the three stars because I just don't think it's one of those that will be watched over and over. Once you know the ending, you may need to wait awhile before viewing again.If you have seen it already and know it's one that will be a good edition to your collection, you'll be happy with the quality of the DVD. If not, maybe renting it first will help you decide.
You'll want to get the popcorn, peanuts and crackerjacks ready for this one....enjoy...Laurie
more thrillers recommended;
Just Cause
L.A. Confidential - Special Edition / The Usual Suspects (Special Edition) (2 Pack)
Alfred Hitchcock Collection: Sabotage, The 39 Steps, Man Who Knew Too Much, Murder!, Jamaica Inn [VHS]
Movie Review: Fear Strikes Out?
Summary: 4 Stars
This movie is greatly played, and they picked the exact actors for this. Gil (Robert DeNiro) is an obsessed Giants fan, and is having trouble with the knife business. His favorite player, Bobby Rayburn (Wesley Snipes) goes into a terrible slump, and Gil, the crazed fan, feels it's up to him to get him out of it. DeNiro plays a great lunatic, and Snipes is just the athletic kind. While it's slightly predictable, it still keeps you on the edge of your seat, and begging for more! Great movieMovie Review: A Thrilling and Suspenseful Film
Summary: 5 Stars
Robert De Niro portrays Gil, a complusive baseball fan. His favorite player is Bobby Rayburn. When Rayburn has some troubles in his career, Gil will stop at nothing to ensure he gets back on his feet. Gil's obsessiveness gradually turns into madness, and his insanity is similar to that of De Niro's unforgettable villain Max Cady in "Cape Fear". Those who enjoyed "Cape Fear" should enjoy this movie. It's an excellent story that teaches a lesson about letting go of the past and not letting an obsession take over your life.Movie Review: Underrated Deniro thriller
Summary: 4 Stars
Deniro proves once again that he can play a deranged lunatic as well as anything else. Too bad this didn't do too well upon its release back in 1996. I think most moviegoers at the time weren't into this kind of theme. They had seen it before in "Falling Down" with Michael Douglas and found it unsettling.But if you happen to be a fan of both Deniro and baseball, then this is for you!