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Amazon.com
"Bed of Nails" would have been a better title for this romance, an excruciating exercise that brings out all the worst in the genre. Christian Slater's performance is the high point of this flick, but his character is so obvious that even his subtle skills ultimately makes little difference. Slater plays Lewis, a florist who looks up one night during one of his habitual nocturnal walks and spies Mary Stuart Masterson weeping in a window. The next day he follows her to work and delivers a gorgeous arrangement of posies, leaving her guessing as to the identity of her secret admirer. We must wonder why Lewis pursues her with abandon, as Masterson's character Lisa seems nothing but a dull workaholic. Well, okay, she's also neurotic. First-time director-writer Michael Goldenberg's lopsided script lets us see the psychic damage harbored by both of the main characters, but doesn't make Lisa interesting enough to warrant all the attention heaped upon her, whereas Lewis is a model of perfection. Goldenberg often slips and slides over many details in the story. Since the dialogue is not particularly witty or meaningful, and the plot has pretty much withered by the second reel, there isn't much left on the screen to enjoy. --Rochelle O'Gorman
Product Description
A workaholic with unresolved issues of abandonment and trust falls in love with a widower who wants her to become a part of his family. Starring Mary Stuart Masterson and Christian Slater.
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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By P. Rogers
Format:DVD
Like others have mentioned, this movie is sweet, sentimental, has a nice soundtrack, and it deals with people scarred by life who find each other. Is it groundbreaking? No. But its value lies in its sweet sentimentality. It's an escapist movie and it makes you feel warm & fuzzy inside. Frankly, with so many dismal movies out there, or movies that show the destructive side of human nature (violence, dysfunction, etc), I don't mind have a movie in my collection that makes me feel good every time I watch it. This film does that. Also, it is a different genre than romantic comedies (e.g., any movie with Meg Ryan in it); there is a little comedy in this film, but its focus is on the healing power that love and companionship offer, which offers its "feel good" punch. Ignore the professional movie critics who were tough on the sentimentality of this film. This is a keeper because it offers a nice escapist, and positive, experience.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By Kelly
VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD
I have never been a huge fan of Christian Slater, but this movie changed my opinion of him. He stars in this charming, heartwarming drama with Mary Stuart Masterson. Christian plays Lewis, a florist that has pretty much dropped out of life. Mary plays Lisa, an executive that does nothing but work. On the surface it doesn't appear they have much in common, but we later learn that he used to be in the fast track until fate robbed him of his family. They are both broken people that hope to heal each other.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Simon Davis
Format:DVD
If you are like me and love both romance and beautiful flowers and believe that somehow the two should always really go together then the low profile and little talked about love story "Bed of Roses", is an essential viewing experience. Starring a perfectly teamed Christian Slater and Mary Stuart Masterton as two seemingly ill matched individuals who find love together and learn alot about themselves in the process this drama could be seen by the cynical in this day an age as being hopelessly "old fashioned". However its charm and especially its very definite message of excepting people with all their faults and weaknesses as the unique individuals they are is truly timeless. Often dismissed as simply another "chick flick" (God I hate that term!) this is one of my favourite "romance" dramas that is ideal for members of both sexes and I find a viewing of it tends to revitalise the spirit and renew hope that real love does exist out there. Visually it is a beautiful looking film ideal for watching with a special someone containing as it does numerous shots of the most beautiful flowers imaginable and many interesting shots of New York during the Christmas season sure to create a good feeling in those watching.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I couldn't disagree with the Amazon.com review more!! I think both Slater & Masterson were wonderful in this movie. Face it; most of us have been hurt in this life, and a great deal of us NEED saving! This is a modern-day Cinderella story, about two people who've both suffered in one way or another, and come together, each helping to heal the other. What could possibly be wrong with that? Fine...it's sentimental, some parts are a bit of a stretch, but, what do you expect?? It's a MOVIE, and what do you watch a movie for? To be removed from yourself for a while, and "live" someone else's life. And if the story lifts us up at the end, then I say, "Well done!" The music is outstanding; if you like the movie, buy the soundtrack. There are only two disappointments on the soundtrack..."Killing Time" and "Nervous Heart" are jarring and don't go with the rest of the music, and the song "Insensitive" is not on it, and definitely should be. The instrumental parts are wonderful; it's like watching the movie all over again every time you listen to it!
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
At the time that this movie was in theaters, I didn't really want to see it, so I didn't. I later rented it on one of those nights where I needed a feel good romance.
Bed of Roses was that and a lot more. Christian Slater was amazing as a very rare male romantic, and Mary Stuart Masterson was also endearing as his love interest.
The only downfall was the trite script, but that was more than made up for by the wonderful acting, and the beautiful idea of the story.
It makes you really think about what love is really all about.
For a wonderful romantic movie that gives you a reason to go out and look for that special someone, see Bed of Roses.
Everyone really is entitled to a little too much perfection.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
(...) This film is a wonderful, emotional love story that surpasses all others in the same category as it because it has depth and real emotion. The actors/actresses are wonderful and portray their characters perfectly. The film has just the right balance of romance, drama, comedy, and it leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. It has a beautiful soundtrack, one in which the music carries you away and make you feel like you're floating in the clouds. With the realistic, believable characters, emotional drama, and beautiful music this film seemed, to me, to be kind of a melancholoy love story that I couldn't have enjoyed more.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
I can not say enough about "Bed of Roses." I would give this 10 stars if I could. Christian Slater and Mary Stuart Masterson were born to play Lewis and Lisa. There's nothing fake about this story. What's so appealing is that this story could happen to anybody. It's about a flower shop owner named Lewis Farrell(played by Slater) who while on one of his nightly walks comes upon a woman standing at her window crying. Feeling sorry for her he follows her to work the next morning and finds out her name is Lisa Walker(played by Masterson).So he pretends to be a delivery boy delivering her flowers. He leaves the card blank because he doesn't want her to know it was him who sent her the flowers. Wanting to know who sent them, Lisa looks on the card and sees where they came from. So she goes to the shop the next day and asks to speak with the person who delivered the flowers. They tell her where to find Lewis, and she goes to talk to him. Well Lewis refuses to tell her who bought them. So she walks away from him, and the next morning he sees her outside the flower shop. He invites her to breakfast and he finally reveals to her that it was he who bought them. Well they start seeing each other,but what Lewis doesn't know is that Lisa has a secret from her past that has left her scard,and afraid to let anyone get close to her. What Lisa doesn't know is that Lewis has a secret of his own. Lisa finds herself falling hopelessly in love with him, but she has built a invisable wall between herself and her emotions because she feels she is unworthy of recieving his love. So she breaks the relationship off, but she learns that she can't live without him, and that life is all about taking chances, and letting go.... Read more ›
Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars
wont play
The disc will not play on my dvd player,the words 'wrong region' appear on the screen when i insert the disc but when i ordered the product, i wasnt given an option for a... Read more
Published 1 day ago by ragsevie
5.0 out of 5 stars
It turns out right in the end
I enjoyed this movie very much. My favorite flower is the sterling rose. It makes us think that we are all trying to be too "perfect"
Published 29 days ago by Sharon McGlee
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nice movie
Christian Slater gave his usual stellar performance. The character played my Mary Masterson was a wimp and should never seemed satisfied even with the best . Read more
Published 1 month ago by Susie Drumond
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bed of Roses
A love movie makes me happy, and encourages me to keep it going. Very well written. I watch this movie over and over.
Published 1 month ago by Beaver
5.0 out of 5 stars
For a long time, I've had a video version of this flick.
Now I have upgraded to a DVD. The DVD played perfectly and of course both my wife and I enjoyed the movie. It played well and without any type of flaws. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Terry Chang
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bed of Roses
What a great movie for a great price. I received the dvd much sooner than expected and in great condition. I love chick flicks and this is one of the best ones.
Published 1 month ago by Toni O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Its coming up roses
This is a feel good love story. A nice film to watch on a cold rainy day or evening. I liked Christian Slater in this particular role.
Published 1 month ago by jay
5.0 out of 5 stars
Never gets old !
I'm a guy and I have watched this move dozens of times. Never gets dull. It really gives you a good example of why some folks do the things they do.
Published 1 month ago by BTB5$
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bed of Roses
A sweet tender love story a bit different from the norm kind of predictable but still a great story...I was happy to add it to my collection of films...
Published 3 months ago by Paulanne Palys
4.0 out of 5 stars
Cute
nice...sigh. Lots and lots of beautiful flower arrangements and the story was sweet, too. People who have had a bit of a rough time that find love - good feel to it.
Published 3 months ago by Joy E. Hancock
