For the Boys (1991)
Product Information
Product Details: For the Boys (1991)
- Edition:
- DVD Sensormatic. See other editions
- MPAA Rating:
- R
- Release Date:
- 09/07/2004
- UPC:
- 024543013785
- Directed by:
- Mark Rydell
- Featuring:
- Bette Midler, James Caan, George Segal. See all cast
Synopsis: For the Boys (1991)
Synopis: In this ambitious musical saga, unknown USO singer Dixie Leonard (Bette Midler) is teamed up with one of America's beloved song-and-dance men--Eddie Sparks (James Caan)--in England during World War II, beginning a 50-year partnership of music, laughter, and tears. Eddie is a seductive comedian and singer as notorious for his roving eye as he is for his jokes, while Dixie is a feisty but vulnerable and incredibly talented entertainer. Through three wars, a Golden Era television show, the McCarthy trials, and, in later years, an awards ceremony, FOR THE BOYS chronicles the relationship of this perfect onstage, tumultuous offstage couple as it's highlighted by historic events. George Segal adds further complexities to the couple's relationship as Dixie's showbiz uncle who is interrogated during the McCarthy era. With this nostalgic film, director Mark Rydell creates--in the spirit of old MGM musicals laced with a serious, modern look at war--a highly entertaining and touching film. The heroic cinematography, authentic period costumes and sets, and wonderful musical numbers all enhance this gripping melodrama.Features: For the Boys (1991)
Features: DVD Features:Region 1
Keep Case - Sensormatic
Letterboxed Anamorphic - 1.85
Audio:
Dolby Digital 4.1 - English
Dolby Surround - English
Dolby Digital Mono 2.0 - French
Additional Release Material:
Trailers - 1. Original Theatrical Trailers (2)
2. TV Spots (4)
3. Previews - Fox Flix
Interactive Features:
Interactive Menus
Scene Selection
User Reviews: For the Boys
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Bette is Back
, January 31, 2005Reviewer: Jordon - See all Jordon's reviews -
For The Boys
, September 30, 2000Reviewer: pfumky - See all pfumky's reviewsBette Midler gives her all in her Oscar nominated performance as a singer who entertains several generations with her sometimes bawdy, sometimes sentimental performances. Obviously using the late Martha Raye for some character inspiration, Midler plays a USO entertainer during World War II who meets and falls in love with a comedian/singer, played by James Caan. They form a successful partnership, which leads to film and television fame, a la Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. The film spans the decades, from the big band world of the forties to the contemporary media scene circa 1991. Good period settings and costumes and effective musical material help recreate the world of these show biz folk. Midler is great fun to watch, singing everything from big band showstoppers to pop rock standards. Caan is good as her philandering husband, and these two performers do manage to convey the thrill, the love of performing, and finally the desperation of a life spent before the crowds. ...
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Pros: Bette Midler
Cons: None
Bette is at her best in this picture.She is singing, dancing, and laughing through 3 wars.It contains great music such as Stuff Like That There, and P.S I Love You.