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Crossing [VHS]

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4 star:		(7)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(4)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

A coming of age film set in Australia. Russell Crowe is extraordinary as a small town guy who, just as the girl he loves is within his reach, must deal with her ex-lover's return to town to woo her. The film has some melodramatic moments, but when Crowe is on-screen he is riveting and totally believable.

This movie glimpses into almost everyone's high school days. A time of self awareness and emotions like love, anger, jealousy and that yearning to belong, to be cool. Also one of recklessness. These strong feelings and actions are brought to the forefront by three close friend actors. Actor Russell Crowe displays his burgeoning talent with his one-time girlfriend Danielle Spencer and best friend Robert Mammone, who he will later star with in "Heaven's Burning." This film is simple but powerful in its simplicity. Being a teenager is not easy and the actors give a credible performance using their talent and their youth itself to portray this difficult age. "The Crossing" is a faithfull reflection about young passions and first love.

very sweet,tender & tragic love story.i love it. russell crowe smoulders.a must for all russell crowe fan to buy or rent the video.

I thought Russell Crowe was amazing in this movie. He really got in touch with his emotional side. His character Johnny was different from other characters he had done in the past and present like SID 6.7 or Bud White. Nevertheless, Russell Crowe shines in every role he plays because he brings his own power and charisma with a wonderful smile or a stern look. I rate this movie highly especially for those who are looking for a movie that concentrates on the characters instead of special effects. This movie is "SIMPLE BUT AMAZING".

If you wonder who he was, then see this one first. Russell Crowe's first substantial role - as a young man in love with the even younger Danielle Spencer, in a small town Australian drama that's simple,touching and unglamourized -which adds to its effect. Russell, as the good-hearted local lad, is trying to keep his girl whose first love has moved on to the city and then without warning returns for her. Which is about where we enter. Who will she choose or betray; whose life will she decide she can abide? We are of course rooting for Russell. This film will remind you of Rebel Without A Cause. It's a lovely little piece, pretty undemanding of the viewer (who won't find a Bud White here), yet surprisingly engaging, and just a glimpse into this great talent.

Having watched the real-life coverage of the wedding of Danielle Spencer and Russell Crowe, I must say that I felt truly happy for them both, and I wish them success at their marriage.
As for the movie that introduced the couple, it's rather bland, but then this is probably a realistic view of life in a small Australian town.
It's rather hard to place the exact year in which the story takes place but it appears to be around 1965 when men like the stylish looking Robert Mammone would have grown their hair out a bit more. Mammone, is very handsome with his chiseled and intense looking features. As the potential love interest and rival of Russell Crowe, whose emotions range from staid to explosive, Mammone is strikingly sophisticated.
As the center of the love triangle, Spencer is pretty staid at times. But she is convincing as the country girl who has trouble making the heady decision awaiting her.
The scenes between the originally established couple are racy, but considering the real-life romance of the two leads, a sign of things to come.
We see the family lives of the three main characters and of those around them. Most of the supporting players appear frustrated with their lives, and lamenting past mistakes, especially the elders in the story, whereas the young boldly take chances and do what they must to make their lives more exciting and distinguished.
The story ends with the heroine Meg trying to stop the feud between her rival suitors, and a frightening and fateful accident that will alter certain choices that had to be made.
This movie is highly reflective of the youthful culture it depicts, and the youth and inexperience of the actors is self evident. But in the years since, viewers have seen them improve.

A great little movie. The images may be a bit heavy-handed but contribute to the story's portrayal of how the 3 main characters work their way through a pivotal day. We are skillfully drawn in to their emotional turmoil as they respond to feelings of loyalty, commitment and responsibility. Robert Mammone is beautiful, Danielle Spencer is enigmatic, and Russell Crowe is a wonderfully frustrated & confused young man in love. Not to be missed!

This movie was a complete waste of time. The only possible people who could relate to it would be those unfortunate enocugh to grow up in some awful Australian town. For Russell Crowe fans, don't even bother-he is wearing these really hideous tight white pants and looks like a cast member from "Saved by the Bell". The story is depressing, and has been done about a thousand times via crappy Warner Brothers movies in the 1950's. I've seen better Perry Mason episodes. All in all-yuck.

I found this movie to be a sensitive look at teenage love and small town life. The characters are comparable to people in my own small town. They struggle with "what is my future" and "where will I be". And they learn their decisions impact much more than their own lives. Not my favorite coming of age movie, but a good one...plus watching a young Russell Crowe is a treat.

Great little film, Good performances by all, first look a Mr. Crowe as a younster....A good preview of what was to come from this amazing actor.