Running Time 103 Min
Format: DVD MOVIE
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Zach Braff (from the TV show Scrubs) stars in his writing/directing debut, Garden State--normally a doomed act of hubris, but Braff pulls it off with unassuming charm. An emotionally numb actor in L.A., Andrew (Braff) comes back to New Jersey after nine years away for his mother's funeral. Andrew avoids his bitter father (Ian Holm, The Sweet Hereafter) and joins old friends (including the superb Peter Sarsgaard, Boys Don't Cry) in a round of parties. Along the way he meets a girl (Natalie Portman, Beautiful Girls) with demons of her own; bit by bit the two offer each other a little healing. Plotwise, Garden State is familiar stuff, a cross between The Graduate and a Meg Ryan movie, but Braff has an eye for goofy but resonant visual images, an ear for lively dialogue, and a great cast. The result is surprisingly fresh and funny. --Bret Fetzer
Customer Reviews:
I Made You a Shirt.......2007-09-07
Maybe it is just part of my character, but for some reason or another I tend to be wary a skip watching, reading, or listening to films, books, and music that has become "popular." The reason why I put quotation marks around the word popular is because these works I mention are not the new film by Stephen Spielberg, novel by Janet Evanovich, or album by Jessica Simpson, I would, besides maybe a film made by Spielberg, avoid these at all costs, but an item instead termed "Hip" by individuals who pay way too much for pre-worn clothing and ripped jeans. It is for this reason that I "avoided" watching Braff's film Garden State. I have now watched the film and while I must say that it is not the greatest thing since sliced bread, it is a fun, offbeat little movie that takes an interesting look at love and the malaise of the suburbs.
The film opens with Andrew Largeman, Braff himself, receiving a phone call from his father informing him that his mother has died by drowning in the bathtub. Now to most people this would of course be quite a traumatic experience, however, being that Andrew has been drugged for most of his life, he drifts back off to sleep. However, he does return to New Jersey for his mom's funeral and passively avoids talking to his dad whom he has not seen for over nine years. Instead, Andrew hangs out with his old high school friends and spends his time getting high at his friend Jesse's mansion. However, he is having a bit of trouble with sudden headaches, so his dad, who is a psychiatrist, schedules him an appointment with a neurologist. There Andrew meets a fascinating girl named Sam who likes listening to The Shins. It is also at the neurologist's office that the viewer learns that Andrew has ceased taking his massive amounts of medicine. What will happen when a mind that has been subdued by drugs for sixteen years finally gets release?
Garden State is a quiet film that sits somewhere on the border of normalcy and the surreal. Maybe it is because the viewer has Largeman as a guide, but the film takes of a slow, melancholic quality that bleeds grey throughout its duration. Add to this quite a number of characters who are bit off makes for a film that one is not quite sure where it is going to go. Hated by some and loved by others, I just thinking that Garden State is an easy to watch enjoyable film that for some reason or another hit high on the hipster radar.
Terrific, offbeat meditative film.......2007-07-30
At first Zack Braff's GARDEN STATE seems beautiful but cold - the visuals are arresting, but the young man at the center of everything, played by Braff, is disconnected and passive. Are we really meant to follow this non-character? Soon, though, the point is clear - he IS disconnected, and this is the tale of his re-entry into the world.
GARDEN STATE evolves into a marvelous, emotionally satisfying ride with offbeat characters and a unique sensibility. Perhaps a little too simple and psychotherapudic in spots, the film still holds the heartstrings while never yanking on them abruptly or falsely. Portman is wonderful as the girl who rescues Braff from a life of perpetual sleepwalking, and the two of them onscreen are pure magic.
Great film, interesting commentary.......2007-07-02
In addition to enjoying this film immensely, one of the things I like about DVDs is the addition of commentary. On this DVD, I found it interesting to learn how Director Zach Braff used different brands of film (Kodak or Fuji) in different homes to get a "cooler" or "warmer" feel. Little details like that make the picture even more enjoyable on repeated viewings.
Quirky love story with panache.......2007-06-06
This is a triumph for Zach Braff who directed, wrote, and also stars as Andrew Largeman who finds that love beats the holy heck out of lithium and assorted drugs bizarrely prescribed by his unfeeling father who just happens to be a shrink. Ladies and gentleman never let your father be your shrink.
I was quite taken with Natalie Portman who plays Sam who turns out to be Large's true love, and such a kinky, quirky, beautiful true love she is. Portman eschews beauty in every scene but manages to be cute and sweet and very emotionally evolved, which I liked. She is of course beautiful and brilliant as everybody knows, but here she tries something different. She strives to be ordinary and slight but with great emotive power. Nice performance.
The sound track which reminded this old guy of something from Simon and Garfunkel, and in fact there is a Simon and Garfunkel tune on it, was the sort of sweet, nostalgia-producing, alternative rock kind of sweet angst sound that lets you know that this is what youth is all about.
Largeman, wanna-be and somewhat successful/somewhat failed actor out on loan, comes home from the big city to rural New Jersey because his mother has died, unaccountable in a bathtub--which can happen if you are a paraplegic. He deals with a childhood tragedy and acquired guilt, meets his old buds, including Mark (Peter Sarsgaard) who is a full time slacker and part time dreamer and consummate doper. Largeman unveils his sidecar mobile--the only thing willed from his grandfather's estate--with its white star on combat green, and tools around town, parties a little and meets quirky Samantha who likes to tell lies as a kind of way to deal with the world. I knew a girl like that, only she knew when she was lying--if somebody caught her. Sam figures it's a tick like Tourette's, and anyway her lies are harmless.
The movie is sweet and mildly comedic with some original shtick, and at times a bit of a tear-jerker. More than anything it's a touching love story, which I can never resist. And, yes, it's very New Jersey like Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi, although no songs by them on the track--not to mention Elizabeth Shue who was a classmate of Braff's in high school.
See this for Zach Braff who put a lot of his emotional life into the film and deserves the accolades he's received.
Terrible!.......2007-06-04
YUCK! I could not make it through the entire 1 hour 45 minutes. After the first hour, I had to stop watching. It was SO bad. It's one of those movies with VERY little plot. I kept thinking that it would get better. . . but it never did. . . . and finally, I just couldn't take it anymore. If you're interested in death, drugs and dysfunctional families, then . . . by all means. . . rent/buy this movie. . . otherwise, Stay Away!
Description
The Marshall Tucker Band celebrates the release of its first full-length concert on DVD with Live From The Garden State 1981 from their legendary 1981 MTV concert. MTB's homemade blend of rock, country and jazz featured the band's acclaimed songwriter and guitarist, Toy Caldwell. The band found enormous success during the 1970s, with most of their albums going gold. This DVD features the original lineup—with the exception of Tommy Caldwell, who died the year before—performing the best material from their classic period. It's an essential release!
Program Listing
Take The Highway
Heard It In A Love Song
Tell The Blues To Take Off The Night
It Takes Time
Special Someone
Rumors Are Raging
Bob Away My Blues
Fire On The Mountain
Something's Missing In My Life
The Time Has Come
Ramblin'
Can't You See
This Ol' Cowboy
Searchin' For A Rainbow
Blue Ridge Mountain Sky
Customer Reviews:
A question, not a review.......2007-08-24
I am trying to remember all the concerts I have ever been to and I know that I went to see Marshall Tucker and Orleans opened for them at the Providence Civic Center. I think it was the winter (not sure) but can't remember what year. I have tried looking for archival files for either Marshall Tucker, Orleans and Providence Civic Center but with no luck. Anyone remember that concert and if so, what year (and month). Thanks.
A Wonderful Momento.......2007-04-22
4 stars:
This footage was shot in the early MTV days. At times, the camera was slow in focusing in on the given performer showcasing a solo... At times, sound anomalies surfaced sporadically during the performance...
That being said, there is plenty of clean, close, and crisp footage of one of the most talented bands in rock history performing during their "classic" period. A bonus interview with various MTB members and other guest musicians rounds out the package nicely.
The bottom line: This is worth the money.
Shoot the sound engineer.......2007-02-21
I always thought of Marshall as being way ahead of its time. What a wonderful blend of Southern Fried Rock, jazz and blues. Taking a hint from Jethro Tull and adding the flute gave them their distinct sound.--- It is painful to listen to the audio on this disc. Who did this? Katel? Sounds like it was remastered using two tin cans and a string! I have a great sound system, but not even that could make this disc sound good. If I was the engineer that remastered this concert, I would not put my name in the credits. I gave the disc two stars due to the historical value of the event.If there is any other footage of the original lineup out there, lets hope it will be handled with the reverence it deserves.
marshall tucker memories.......2007-02-12
Great dvd,in spite of some reviews I read critisising the audio or camera work.Those people must not be die-hard MTB fans like me.
Good Concert.......2007-01-17
Not my favorite concert DVD, but it's not bad either. The camera work wasn't the greatest (especially when the camera would zoom in elsewhere when Caldwell would be doing some great solo), but if you're a MTB fan, as myself, get it.
Product Description
Where The Heart Is
Ashley Judd and Natalie Portman shine in this offbeat, delicious slice of life about a down-on-her-luck Southern teen. After gaining 15 minutes of fame for giving birth to "The Wal-Mart Baby", Novalee Nation (Portman) begins to put her life together with the help of the kind, quirky strangers who become her surrogate family. It's an inspiring celebration of love, friendship and self-worth that delivers "quality, emotionally satisfying entertainment" (ReelViews).
Anywhere But Here
Adele is flashy, flirtatious dreamer. Her daughter Ann is a quiet, no-nonsense realist. On the surface, they're like oil and water, but deep down there are two of a kind. "Susan Sarandon is show-stopping" (The New York Times) and "Natalie Portman soars" (NY-1) in this funny and touching story about a mother who knows best and a daughter who knows better!
Garden State
Writer/Director Zach Braff delivers an Oscar®-worthy performance (CBS-TV Chicago) opposite a wacky and endearing (Newsweek) Natalie Portman in this quirky, coming-of-age comedy. Twentysomething, emotionally detached Andrew Large Largeman (Braff) hasn t been home to New Jersey in nine years. Now, as Large attempts to re-connect with a variety of odd acquaintances including his father he decides to risk getting high on the most potent and unpredictable drug there is life! Co-starring Peter Sarsgaard, Ian Holm and Method Man, Garden State is marvelous fun (Rolling Stone).
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Running Time: 347 minutes
Format: DVD MOVIE
Customer Reviews:
Its just awsome........2007-03-30
This compilation is just great. Anywhere but here is my favorite of the 3, and it has one of the best Natalie Portman performances ever.
Natalie Portman Fantasy!.......2006-11-17
Natalie Portman is a famous actress from the Star Wars movies.
IF you like Natalie Portman then you should check out this DVD, My Virtual Cytherea. Hint: Cytherea has appeared on the Howard Stern Show and she is Natalie Portman's evil twin.
Mommy's Little Girl, Jersey Girl, Walmart Baby !.......2006-08-15
I love Natalie Portman she is so wonderful to watch, beauty and talent all the way. Garden State is such a gem by far the best picture in this collector's set. The other two films are very low-key chic flicks that I find to be very charming thankfully for its leading lady and its cast of characters.
3 GREAT MOVIES FROM A VERY HOT ACTRESS!!!.......2006-07-19
I picked up this set cause of my love for the very hot and very talented Natalie Portman and was very pleased with her performence from these great movies!!!!
this set contains 3 movies. 1.Anywhere but here, 2.garden state, 3.where the heart is.
so far i seen all of her films and she has not made 1 bad movie in my opiion!!!
so for fans of Natalie portman this is a must have!!!
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Critics Choice Collection (Thank You for Smoking / Sideways / Waking Ned Devine / Garden State)
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Critics Choice
Manufacturer: 20th Century Fox
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD
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Comedy
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Drama
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All Fox Titles
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ASIN: B000TLTCV8
Release Date: 2007-10-16 |
Description
Disc 1: GARDEN STATE Disc 2: THANK YOU FOR SMOKING Disc 3: SIDEWAYS Disc 4: WAKING NED DEVINE
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Includes the following titles:
Disk 1: GARDEN STATE Disk 2: STEALING BEAUTY Disk 3: THIRTEEN
Product Description
Covers Modern Roses, English And Old Garden Roses
All There Is To Know About Roses
Rich in information and color- at times you can almost smell the roses! Award winning rosarian, Rayford Reddell shows and tells how he grows his renowned roses and takes you on a guided tour of his exquistely beautiful gardens. Filmed during the height of the rose growing season, it's a must for the beginner and an eye opener for the seasoned gardener.
See and Learn About:
All types of Roses
Barefoot Roses
Planting
Pruning
Watering
Feeding
Mulching
Spraying
And Much More!
Product Description
A fascinating tour of nine Extraordinary Winery Gardens.
Exquisitely photographed under blue California skies, this intimate tour explores nine outstanding winery gardens-each very different to the next. For the gardening beginner, or the seasoned gardener, this beautifully crafted show will entertain, inform, and inspire. The excursion covers garden design, plantings, relationship to the wineries, and gardeners' viewpoints.
Featuring the following Winery Gardens:
Chappellet
Ferrari-Carano
Fetzer Vineyards
Kautz Ironstone
Korbel
Matanzas Creek
Schramsberg
Trefethen
Traulsen
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Victoria Australia's Garden State
Manufacturer: www.TravelVideoStore.com
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD
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ASIN: B000J3EYYQ
Release Date: 2006-09-28 |
Description
Victoria is Australia's smallest mainland state. It is also the nation's biggest, most beautiful garden. And the Panorama cameras have captured it superbly. On this beautiful video, we take you along the Great Ocean Road, one of the world's truly spectacular coastal routes. You'll see its most remarkable feature...the Twelve Apostles...plus other dramatic formations along the Shipwreck Coast, and Warnambool's Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum. We'll take you to Wilson's Promontory, where rugged coastal wilderness sweeps down to wild, boulder-strewn beaches. And to the lovely landlocked waterways of the Gippsland Lakes and Lakes Entrance. You'll see inspiring views from Victoria's high country, the soaring landscape that gave birth to the legend of the Man From Snowy River. We'll reveal secluded mountain huts, and the classic towns of the high country, Bright and Omeo. You'll visit famous River Murray towns like Echuca, and Swan Hill with its authentic Pioneer Settlement, both recapturing the glory days of churning paddlesteamers. And you'll see all the dramatic beauty of Victoria's most imposing national park... the Grampians. Now you can watch all these famous Australian panoramas unfold on Victoria-Australia's Garden State.
Description
A conversation about the movie Garden State, with actor Zach Braff, who is also the films writer and director, and actors Natalie Portman and Peter Sarsgaard. Next, restaurateur Sirio Maccioni and co-author Peter Elliot discuss the book Sirio: The Story of My Life and Le Cirque.
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Little Miss Sunshine/Garden State DVD 2-PACK
Manufacturer: Twentieth Century Fox
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Love & Romance
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| Crumbling Marriages
| Erotic
| Infidelity & Betrayal
| Love Story
| Love Triangle
| Marriage
| Romance
| Romantic Epic
| Star-Crossed Lovers
| Unrequited Love
| Young Love
All Fox Titles
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ASIN: B000MH43PO |
Product Description
Little Miss Sunshine DVD and Garden State DVD! 2-PACK Set!
DVD:
- Gate Keepers - New Fighters (Vol. 2)
- General Chaos: Uncensored Animation (Adult Animated)
- Good Neighbors - The Complete Series 1-3
- Gosford Park
- Great Dangaioh, Vol. 1
- Guardian of Darkness/Takegami: War God
- Hitch (Widescreen Edition)
- Imma Youjo: The Erotic Temptress Volume 1 - The Tower of Lust
- In Good Company (Widescreen Edition)
- Into the Woods
DVD
DVD
Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind (Widescreen Edition)
Garden State
Napoleon Dynamite
I Heart Huckabees
Sideways (Widescreen Edition)
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