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The Big Lebowski
starring: Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Julianne Moore, Steve Buscemi, David Huddleston
directed by: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen

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Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 9786304994542
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, NTSC
ISBN: 6304994540
Label: Gramercy Pictures
Manufacturer: Gramercy Pictures
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Gramercy Pictures
Release Date: March 23, 1999
Running Time: 98 minutes
Sales Rank: 1810
Studio: Gramercy Pictures
Theatrical Release Date: March 06, 1998

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Editorial Review:

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After the tight plotting and quirky intensity of Fargo, this casually amusing follow-up from the prolifically inventive Coen (Ethan and Joel) brothers seems like a bit of a lark, and the result was a box-office disappointment. The good news is, The Big Lebowski is every bit a Coen movie, and its lazy plot is part of its laidback charm. After all, how many movies can claim as their hero a pot-bellied, pot-smoking loser named Jeff "The Dude" Lebowski (Jeff Bridges) who spends most of his time bowling and getting stoned? And where else could you find a hairnetted Latino bowler named Jesus (John Turturro) who sports dazzling purple footgear, or an erotic artist (Julianne Moore) whose creativity consists of covering her naked body in paint, flying through the air in a leather harness, and splatting herself against a giant canvas? Who else but the Coens would think of showing you a camera view from inside the holes of a bowling ball, or an elaborate Busby Berkely-styled musical dream sequence involving a Viking goddess and giant bowling pins? The plot--which finds Lebowski involved in a kidnapping scheme after he's mistaken for a rich guy with the same name--is almost beside the point. What counts here is a steady cascade of hilarious dialogue, great work from Coen regulars John Goodman and Steve Buscemi, and the kind of cinematic ingenuity that puts the Coens in a class all their own. Be sure to watch with snacks in hand, because The Big Lebowski might give you a giddy case of the munchies. --Jeff Shannon

Amazon.com:
After the tight plotting and quirky intensity of Fargo, this casually amusing follow-up from the prolifically inventive Coen (Ethan and Joel) brothers seems like a bit of a lark, and the result was a box-office disappointment. The good news is, The Big Lebowski is every bit a Coen movie, and its lazy plot is part of its laidback charm. After all, how many movies can claim as their hero a pot-bellied, pot-smoking loser named Jeff "The Dude" Lebowski (Jeff Bridges) who spends most of his time bowling and getting stoned? And where else could you find a hairnetted Latino bowler named Jesus (John Turturro) who sports dazzling purple footgear, or an erotic artist (Julianne Moore) whose creativity consists of covering her naked body in paint, flying through the air in a leather harness, and splatting herself against a giant canvas? Who else but the Coens would think of showing you a camera view from inside the holes of a bowling ball, or an elaborate Busby Berkely-styled musical dream sequence involving a Viking goddess and giant bowling pins? The plot--which finds Lebowski involved in a kidnapping scheme after he's mistaken for a rich guy with the same name--is almost beside the point. What counts here is a steady cascade of hilarious dialogue, great work from Coen regulars John Goodman and Steve Buscemi, and the kind of cinematic ingenuity that puts the Coens in a class all their own. Be sure to watch with snacks in hand, because The Big Lebowski might give you a giddy case of the munchies. --Jeff Shannon

Customer Reviews

Average Rating: out of 5 stars

Rating:

- What...No Oscar Nominations!?
This movie just gets better and better: it is shame that the Academy overlooked Jeff Bridges and John Goodman's performances. The "Dude" is a perfect imitation of himself, beginning with the opening scene where he writes a check for 79 cents. John Goodman's "Walter" is just too real: I KNOW guys like Walter, and Goodman does these gentlemen to a "tee"....when it comes to acting, they are both in their element in this movie. A rich blend of good story lines, good comedy, and very earthy people ... Read More

Rating:

- What a masterpiece!
I didn't know what to expect from this movie to be honest. Upon finding out I was 3/4 German and studying behaviors of Nihilists, my friend said I would probably like a part of this movie with a ferret and three German Nihilists. I also watched a Youtube Poop (comedic videos of cartoon shows with overdubs and other material on youtube) where the "Is this your homework Larry?" scene's audio was overdubbed on a few scenes of "Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog" which depicted an angry Dr. Robotnik ... Read More

Rating:

- Don't get it?
If you don't get this film, it may be time to re-evaluate your sense of humor and your existence in society. People who don't take themselves too seriously and appreciate some good, whitty and well-delivered nonsense get this film. Perhaps, that's what this is about in a sense. The Dude is just trying to chill, and finds himself stuck with a bunch of ridiculous characters who take themselves too seriously. It's very funny that he is absolutely the most well-adjusted character in the flick. How can ... Read More

Rating:

- I'll admit it ....
... this film simply left me baffled. With no plot, and little point, it seemed like a waste of wonderful talent.

I've heard about this movie for years. Now that I've finally had the chance to see it (or at least, most of it, as I found it so tedious that I shut it off about 3/4 of the way through), I found it pointless.

I'd suggest skipping it, but based on the high number of positive reviews, I must be missing something.

Rating:

- With this cast, it is a big hit.
I do not understand why this film was not a bigger hit when it was released initially.

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