An Officer And A Gentleman DVD

Advantages: Great performances, an unbeatable romance
Disadvantages: Rather predictable but who cares. it's not a thriller!

...intrinsic to the plot, is an inspired one: the sight of Richard Gere in his white uniform is one that many women I know would find hard to resist. It is details such as this that add up to a romantic extravaganza which has me in tears every time. Jack Nitzsche was nominated for an Academy Award for best original score for the movie but did not win. However the film did scoop best original song for "Love Lift us up Where we Belong" a song which is ...
...of thing I would usually listen to. I wonder if people who are as sceptical as I once was would think differently if they knew just how highly regarded this film has been. Being nominated for 4 Oscars (and walking away with two) and 8 Golden Globes is no mean feat. This1982 romantic milestone is a film that I think will continue to win new fans and continue to delight those watcing it again. The old cynic becomes a born again romantic - so shoot ... Read review

Advantages: romantic but gritty, good date film
Disadvantages: strong language, suicide, and sex scenes may upset some viewers

...the code of conduct that an officer of the US armed forces is supposed to follow; to be both an officer and a gentleman. failure to uphold their duty as a commanding officer or failure to behave as a gentleman are both actually cause to be chastised or even decommissioned if already an officer, and in an officer candidate, a reason to be removed from officer training. As one can expect, this dual demand can put a lot of pressure on a human being, ...
...naval enlisted man, who was an uninterested womanising single father, he has perhaps not had the n=best introduction into what it is to be in the navy. Nor is his temperament a help. He is aloof and seethes with an inner rage that has simmered ever since his early teens when his mother committed suicide. He is committed to the idea however, and duly goes off to Navy, arriving at officer's training camp for an intensive 13 week course. The officers ... Read review

Advantages: Classic, Romantic and Unforgettable
Disadvantages: none

...opinions all saying it was an excellent film (I'd give it 3 stars myself), and yet AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN wasn't even listed. For those of you who have never seen it, this 1982 drama has been hailed as one of the greatest romances ever brought to the screen, and I consider it one of those precious few films that is loved by men and women, equally. Richard Gere, in one of his very best performances plays Zachary Mayo, a loner who has grown up ...
...with Sid Worley (David Keith) an Oklahoman who is trying to follow in his brother's footsteps. These two guys meet their drill instructor, a marine bad-ass named Foley (played by Louis Gossett, Jr., who won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar) who shows them the ropes (literally), and mentally and physically challenge them to become the Officers he will salute---while at the same time constantly warning them about the "local girls" who will do anything ... Read review

Advantages: Richard Gere at his best
Disadvantages: he picks Paula and not me. :(

...his Father he enlists as an officer candidate in the Navy's Air force on a gruelling 13-week training course. Zack (Richard Gere) finds it hard to fit into military life, as he has always been a loner, and had to look after himself, He's soon disliked by most of the other candidates, and has set up a scam, obtaining money from other candidates by offering them, polished boots and shined belt buckles at extortionate cost. Although very fit, and ...
...he will, he's not just an Aviator now, but an Officer and a Gentleman. A really good film, lots of action, drama, with, with lessons to be learned I friendship and love. The review is for the film only, as I haven't seen the extras as yet. The film is available from Tesco's for £6.97, which I think is good value. ... Read review

Advantages: Unique, contains everything, appeals to emotions
Disadvantages: None-unless this particular genre is not your type

...Lou Gossett Jnr. won an Academy Award for his brilliant portrayal of a tough drill instructor. David Keith plays Zack's struggling fellow candidate. Special features of the 2 disc edition include: "An Officer and a Gentleman: 25 Years Later" Retrospective Documentary "The Cadets Reunite", featurette on stars who played the military officers and the men who inspired them "Return to Port Townsend" visit the town where the film was shot "Lifts Us Up" ...
...introduction from Richard Gere "Military Advisor" Scene analysis Featurette Commentary by Director Taylor Hackford "Officer Candidate School: Inside and Out" "Gere and Gossett: Hand To Hand Combat" Emotional rollercoaster with Zack Mayo being played brilliantly. Grips its audience and is one of the classics. Unique film-definitely recommend. 10/10. ... Read review

Advantages: Compelling multi-layered movie
Disadvantages: The packaging

...", featurette on stars who played the military officers and the men who inspired them – A sort of reunion show, with some of the smaller cast members meeting up with real soldiers. In particular you meet the real life drill seargent that trained Gossett; R. Lee Ermy, who now is an actor in his own right. • "Return to Port Townsend" visit the town where the film was shot – This is actually quite tragic to see, as in places the town is a wreck; while in others progress has made the town almost unrecognisable. For me this is the best feature of the DVD because I love to see the comparisons, I enjoy seeing change whether its for the good or the bad. • "Lifts Us Up" The Music of an Officer and a Gentleman – A look at the writing of the song, the performers and the fame that went along with creating one of the most well known movie scores in cinema... Read review

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