My Fellow Americans

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Call this "The Odd Couple Goes to the White House." Jack Lemmon and James Garner play ex-presidents in this lousy comedy, each of them having served only one term as chief executive and each the other's lifelong enemy. The best jokes in the film are front-loaded into the first five minutes. We meet both men living life after the White House, one (Lemmon) making speeches for whoever will front his large fee, while the other (Garner) writes relevant books no one reads. Any time they show up at the same function, they insult each other like snarling schoolboys. It is pretty funny, but after a brief introduction My Fellow Americans goes downhill rapidly, becoming yet another stupid road movie traveled by characters who hate each other. (How many of these is Lemmon going to make?) The jokes get dumber and cruder, the actors embarrass themselves, and the whole enterprise becomes tedious. The DVD release contains production notes, theatrical trailer, bloopers, optional Spanish and French soundtracks, optional full-screen and widescreen presentations, and Dolby audio. --Tom Keogh

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My Fellow Americans.......2007-02-06

Combination movie, a sit-com that is very good. Two very veteran actors in James Garner and Jack Lemmon with an excellent supporting cast. Movie touches on several current day issues, and while movie is very humorous, it attacks these issues in a united front. Something our Congress needs to learn how to do today. How opposites can work together. However, given the intelligencia of our current Congress, I sincerely doubt the members would get it.

One of those film's that you can just watch over and over!!.......2006-11-03

Hail to the chief! This is my favorite comedys! Hail to jack lemmon and james garner! They were terrific in this movie. It's action packed and Just plain Funny. Order this movie now, becuase it doesn't matter how much it is. You will want to watch this over and over! I'm telling you the absulute truth here! I JUST COULDN'T STOP LUAGHING!! A great movie!

It seemed like it was just going to be another two out of five star movie. But it wasn't! It is all about two presidents who really don't get along, (Garner and lemmon) Running for there lives, but there running from there friends...the government. On there way they come up against, the government, I'll just say that they meet up with dorthey...more than one dorthey, Mr. blinkey, And many more!

This movie is very good, and has just the right actors for the film! I'd reccommend this one becuase it's one of those movies that you need to watch! so if you want to burn some calories by luaghing! By this!!

Lemmon Less Matthau Plus Garner - and Bacall.......2006-01-11

Republican Russell Kramer (Jack Lemmon) beat Democrat Matt Douglas (James Garner) for President in a very tight race. Four years later Douglas beats Kramer. Four years later Kraemer Vice President William Haney (Dan Aykroyd) defeats Douglas.

Three more years have passed. Kraemer is now making paid public appearances and writing books on any subject. Douglas has more noble goals, nailing every babe he can. Then a scandal is about to break out and Douglas and Kramer find out. Since he can no longer shift blame to Kramer, Haney decides to kill the former Presidents.

The plot fails but leaves the Presidents stranded. They must find the proof that Haney is guilty and get back to DC alive. This starts a cross country chase that is constantly funny including the Presidents becoming involved in a gay pride parade - that saves their life!

I have to guess that this was originally conceived as a Lemmon Matthau film but was too physical for the declining Matthau. It actually works better with Garner as he is more believable as the Clintonesque womanizer.

Lauren Bacall is great as Mrs. Kramer but only has a couple of scenes. Marg Helgenberger (pre CSI) makes an appearance as Douglas' book editor. And Bradley Whitford makes a White House appearance two years before he took up residence with the Bartlett administration in The West Wing.

It's too bad that Lemmon died before he could reteam with Garner. They made a great pairing.

DVD EXTAS: Blooper Reel.

No Computer Animation or Special Effects, Just Great Acting.......2006-01-05

Most modern movies that I can recall seem to be revolved around what is not real. Stellar special effects and computer animation seem to riddle the plot of even the worst movies. However, the decade old movie "My Fellow Americans" is a solid and refreshing comedy that defies this mold.

The story line of the movie is rather plain. Ex-President Kramer (Jack Lemmon) is being set up as the fall guy for a scandal committed during his presidency by his Vice-President (Dan Aykroyd), now current President. Ex-President Douglas (James Garner) is President Kramer's nemesis and political rival. President Douglas is trying to capitalize on the scandal in an attempt to possibly run for a second-term as President. Through a twist of fate, the two Ex-Presidents suddenly find themselves having to work together to stay alive as the current administration is using the government intelligence agencies to track them down and kill them. The result is a comedic road trip across the country in this unique game of cat and mouse. Watching the Ex-Presidents interactions with the "common folks" is both comedic as well as heart-warming.

In the hands of poor actors, this movie would have been terrible. However, I feel Jack Lemmon and James Garner both gave a splendid performance and made this movie a great comedy.

Due to the language, I would not call this a family comedy, but I would not hesitate to show to middle aged children. If you are looking for a movie to kick back, relax, and have a few laughs, I would highly recommend this one.

Hail and Holler and Laughter to the Chief.......2006-01-04

This is a rapturous comedy of two ex-presidents who have spent their political careers as arch-enemies. But when a psycho National Security Agent Tanner teams up with the current President and his Chief of Staff to frame them both for a cover-up, the two foes must forge a fellowship to prove their innocence before being assination after office.

As the former Presidents Kramer (Lemon) and Russell (Garner) trail the American roads trying to escape the NSA ... they meet a homeless couple living in their trailor, march in a Gay Pride parade with two gay Secret Service agents, ride in the back of a motorcycle with Lesbians, hijack a college train bound for Cleveland, and run into illegal Mexicans hiding from the INS. Both see the daily impact of their policies and solve the crime behind their being framed. Probably the most hillarious scene is when the two men are riding stolen police horses to the south lawn to interupt the speech of the current President to prove they are still alive. They are almost shot by the psycho NSA Agent Tanner until a Gay Pride Lieutenant pal re-directs his fire to save them, all believing that President Kramer is in the closet because he is wearing a pride bracelet.

This is one political joke after the other and very telling even a decade after it was produced. One of the kinds of films you can watch over and over again.

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Caddyshack II/My Fellow Americans
Starring: Dan Aykroyd , Lauren Bacall , Wilford Brimley , Lynn Clark , and Tom Everett
Director: Peter Segal
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
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ASIN: B000094J9Y
Release Date: 2003-04-29

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One sweet cost and twice the laughter with "Caddyshack 2" and "My Fellow Americans"!

Grumpier Old Men & My Fellow Americans (2pc)

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Grumpier Old Men & My Fellow Americans (2pc)

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Not exactly ...
Who you fool'in ?
RIP-OFF
An Interesting Mix
You can get these much cheaper...

Dozen DVD Deal - Comedy

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Not exactly ..........2006-07-10

While most of these movies are in the bargain bin, Meatballs is very hard to come by. If you find it in a bargain bin, buy it. Buy all they have. Run the search on here, or E-Bay or Half and see what those are going for. It's crazy. It's a great movie, but $30-$75 for Meatballs! Well, I guess ... It just doesn't matter ... It just doesn't matter ... It just doesn't matter ... Dan

Who you fool'in ?.......2006-03-12

All these titles are in the $5.99 ben at walmart,,I could buy all of 'em new at walmart for around $75.00 dollars or less.

RIP-OFF.......2004-09-19

If you were to buy all of these titles from Amazon.com SEPERATELY, you'd only pay $135.22 (look 'em up, I just did). Save yourself some money, and your sanity, don't buy this compilation!

An Interesting Mix.......2003-11-06

This is an interesting collection. There are some very good movies in this set.

Doc Hollywood - This is a "pass" for me. I thought it was very unfunny, and tries much too hard to play off any bit of charm Michael J Fox might possess. Bridget Fonda appears as well.

Singles - This is an okay movie. Its enjoyable and watchable. Matt Dillon and Eric Stoltz star. As does Bridget Fonda once again. Directed by Cameron Crowe (of "Almost Famous" fame), its worth a viewing.

Drop Dead Gorgeous - This film has a very strong female cast. Kirsten Dunst, Ellen Barkin and Allison Janney (CJ Cregg of "West Wing" fame) star.

Don Juan DeMarco - This film is notable only because of a fun performance by the talented Johnny Depp. The script is weak, and to be honest, its not terribly funny.

The Man Who Knew Too Little - A misstep by the usually very funny Bill Murray.

Meatballs - Well, to be honest, this movie is very funny. Its classic Bill Murray in his prime SNL years. Its full of goofy one liners and Chris Makepeace carries a sweet character.

My Blue Heaven - This is a very seldom seen movie and VERY funny. Its one of Steve Martin's best performances. A strong supporting cast of Rick Moranis and Joan Cusack ensure frequent laughs.

My Fellow Americans - Another "pass" in my book. Misused Jack Lemmon and James Garner. Just not very funny.

Diner - A classic film (though I would not necessarily call it a comedy) directed by Barry Levinson. A very strong cast including Kevin Bacon.

Night Shift - A hysterically funny movie starring Michael Keaton (his best role), Henry (the Fonz) Winkler and Shelly Long.

Jerry Seinfeld: I'm Telling You for the Last Time - A 75 minute stand up special. You've likely seen the material many times already.

10 - Famous for its beach scene and introducing Bo Derek, the star here is a very funny Dudley Moore.

There are some real funny and well made films here; Of their own merit, I would recommend "My Blue Heaven", "Diner" and "Night Shift".

You can get these much cheaper..........2003-09-11

I've found most of these movies in the six dollar bin at Wal Mart over the past few months. Pick the ones you want and buy them. Save your money on the others.

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Great Jack Lemmon Collection.......2005-02-14

Grumpier Old Men

Do you think grumpy is natural? Think again. Learn from the experts, Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau. They really make an odd couple" Odd Couple II, The - Neil Simon's" (1998). Who knew they could just get grumpier. And a new cutie has been added to the mix for this second in the grumpy series.
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My Fellow Americans

The story covers several years and three presidencies. First Lemmon, then Garner and now Aykroid. Vice President Ted Matthews (John Heard) is a dunce. Turns out rumors of a scandal are surfacing and the now president is having thoughts of pining the scandal on Lemmon who was president at the time. Joe Hollis (Wilford Brimley) the head of the opposition party wants to pin it on the present administration. Col. Paul Tanner will protect the secret at any cost. There are many more players, too numerous to mention. Seems that someone has determined that Lemmon and Garner are best dispatched. Will this happen? Can they clear their names? And not just who is behind the plot, but what is the plot? Watch out for Blinky.
This movie has a sound mystery base to get us through the twists and turns with lots of "who's behind it" moments. However the interaction between Garner and Lemmon is so much fun that sometimes we forget the plot.

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