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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Binding: DVD
EAN: 5024165872130
Format: Full Screen, PAL
Label: ITV DVD
Languages:English Original Language Unknown English Subtitled
Manufacturer: ITV DVD
Number Of Discs: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: ITV DVD
Region Code: 2
Release Date: October 20, 2003
Running Time: 106 minutes
Studio: ITV DVD
Theatrical Release Date: September 21, 1983
Related Items:
Editorial Review:
Amazon.co.uk Review:
Michael Caine and the knockout Julie Walters deliver a pair of wonderful performances in this endearingly bittersweet tale of a boozily burnt-out professor's tutoring of (and subsequent tutoring by) a free-spirited hairdresser determined to improve her lot in life. The basic plot won't exactly surprise anyone who's ever seen a movie before but the ace cast (particularly Caine, who's rarely this subtle) continually finds new directions to spin off from the rather rote path. Although the end result is perhaps just a little too convinced of its own adorability to attain classic status, this remains a rarity in the genre--a feel-good film that earns its emotions honestly. A nice change of pace for director Lewis Gilbert, who is perhaps better known for his contributions to the James Bond series. --Andrew Wright
Rating:
- Well Worth a Look
A lovely film. Michael Caine does a wonderful job playing the self-destructive but intelligent and warmhearted Dr Frank Bryant, and Julie Walters immerses herself in the character of Rita, a lively and witty hairdresser who decides to enroll in an open University course. The script is perfect, making for a touching film full of insights into human relationships, hopes and desires.
As an aside, for anyone familiar with Dublin, the film was shot in the city, mostly in Trinity College, ... Read More
Rating: - Lovely Rita
Twenty-something Rita decides that hiding her Pill under the floorboards is a better option than starting a family. She would rather "find herself" by embarking on a literature course at the local University.
"Isn't she a cow, that Lady Macbeth!" - is a typical initial response to the whole new world she is plunged into. Her tutor, Frank, is dismayed as she aspires to become the typical student - in danger of losing her individuality along the way.
Rita's inward mutation is shown ... Read More
Rating: - Education, education, education
This intelligent and thought-provoking film tells the story of Rita, played by Julie Walters, a woman who has grown tired of the trappings and mediocrity of working-class life, and decides she wants to begin learning. She then embraks on a journey of self-discovery and begins attending tuition with a lecturer called Frank, from a local University, played by Michael Caine.
The script is witty and intelligent, continuously hitting home not just the infuriating condescension of the upper/middle ... Read More
Rating:
- The space in between...
The film was made in the '80s so it's a bit too old-fashioned, in that it's a bit cliched (especially the music!), but that's understandable. As for the story, my first comment would be: yeah, education is not about 'singing a better song' but just about 'singing a different song'. But it also touches upon the in-between space that you enter when you start doing something different, when you start becoming different. I would have liked to see a further exploration of this side of the issue ... or, perhaps ... Read More
Rating: - A Genuine Masterpiece!
Educating Rita is truly a joy from start to finish. Willy Russells fantastic adaptation of his own stage play is firmly complimented by the divine suitability of Michael Caine and the golden Julie Walters in the lead roles.
The irreplacable Julie Walters plays a sassy, street-smart, working-class heroine who is desperate to better herself though has obstacles thrown in her path, ranging from her own deep insecurities to her dominating husband who blatantly fails to share Walters gutsy enthusiam ... Read More
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Educating Rita [1983]
starring: Michael Caine, Julie Walters, Michael Williams, Maureen Lipman, Jeananne Crowley
directed by: Lewis Gilbert
directed by: Lewis Gilbert
Our Price: 108,464.40
Prices excluding shipping charge.Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours
Audience Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Binding: DVD
EAN: 5024165872130
Format: Full Screen, PAL
Label: ITV DVD
Languages:
Manufacturer: ITV DVD
Number Of Discs: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: ITV DVD
Region Code: 2
Release Date: October 20, 2003
Running Time: 106 minutes
Studio: ITV DVD
Theatrical Release Date: September 21, 1983
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Editorial Review:
Amazon.co.uk Review:
Michael Caine and the knockout Julie Walters deliver a pair of wonderful performances in this endearingly bittersweet tale of a boozily burnt-out professor's tutoring of (and subsequent tutoring by) a free-spirited hairdresser determined to improve her lot in life. The basic plot won't exactly surprise anyone who's ever seen a movie before but the ace cast (particularly Caine, who's rarely this subtle) continually finds new directions to spin off from the rather rote path. Although the end result is perhaps just a little too convinced of its own adorability to attain classic status, this remains a rarity in the genre--a feel-good film that earns its emotions honestly. A nice change of pace for director Lewis Gilbert, who is perhaps better known for his contributions to the James Bond series. --Andrew Wright
Average Rating:
Rating:
- Well Worth a LookA lovely film. Michael Caine does a wonderful job playing the self-destructive but intelligent and warmhearted Dr Frank Bryant, and Julie Walters immerses herself in the character of Rita, a lively and witty hairdresser who decides to enroll in an open University course. The script is perfect, making for a touching film full of insights into human relationships, hopes and desires.
As an aside, for anyone familiar with Dublin, the film was shot in the city, mostly in Trinity College, ... Read More
Rating:
- Lovely RitaTwenty-something Rita decides that hiding her Pill under the floorboards is a better option than starting a family. She would rather "find herself" by embarking on a literature course at the local University.
"Isn't she a cow, that Lady Macbeth!" - is a typical initial response to the whole new world she is plunged into. Her tutor, Frank, is dismayed as she aspires to become the typical student - in danger of losing her individuality along the way.
Rita's inward mutation is shown ... Read More
Rating:
- Education, education, educationThis intelligent and thought-provoking film tells the story of Rita, played by Julie Walters, a woman who has grown tired of the trappings and mediocrity of working-class life, and decides she wants to begin learning. She then embraks on a journey of self-discovery and begins attending tuition with a lecturer called Frank, from a local University, played by Michael Caine.
The script is witty and intelligent, continuously hitting home not just the infuriating condescension of the upper/middle ... Read More
Rating:
- The space in between...The film was made in the '80s so it's a bit too old-fashioned, in that it's a bit cliched (especially the music!), but that's understandable. As for the story, my first comment would be: yeah, education is not about 'singing a better song' but just about 'singing a different song'. But it also touches upon the in-between space that you enter when you start doing something different, when you start becoming different. I would have liked to see a further exploration of this side of the issue ... or, perhaps ... Read More
Rating:
- A Genuine Masterpiece!Educating Rita is truly a joy from start to finish. Willy Russells fantastic adaptation of his own stage play is firmly complimented by the divine suitability of Michael Caine and the golden Julie Walters in the lead roles.
The irreplacable Julie Walters plays a sassy, street-smart, working-class heroine who is desperate to better herself though has obstacles thrown in her path, ranging from her own deep insecurities to her dominating husband who blatantly fails to share Walters gutsy enthusiam ... Read More
Action & Adventure • Adult • Anime • Children's • Classics • Comedy • Crime, Thrillers & Mystery • Documentary • Drama • Fitness • Gay & Lesbian • Horror • Interactive • Music • Musicals & Classical • Science Fiction & Fantasy • Sports • Television •
