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Easy Virtue (2009)

Jessica Biel , Ben Barnes , Stephan Elliott  |  PG-13 |  DVD
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (87 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Jessica Biel, Ben Barnes, Kristin Scott Thomas, Colin Firth, Kimberley Nixon
  • Directors: Stephan Elliott
  • Writers: Stephan Elliott, Noel Coward, Sheridan Jobbins
  • Producers: Alexandra Ferguson, Barnaby Thompson, Cindy Wilkinson Kirven, Douglas Hansen
  • Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: English, Spanish
  • Dubbed: Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 encoding (US and Canada only)
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  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: September 15, 2009
  • Run Time: 97 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (87 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B002I5GNZQ
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30,111 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Easy Virtue" on IMDb

Special Features

Deleted Scenes
Blooper Reel
Commentary with Director Stephan Elliott & Writer Sheridan Jobbins
New York Premiere

Editorial Reviews

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A lighthearted adaptation of a Noel Coward play set in the late 1920s, Easy Virtue stars Jessica Biel as Larita, an adventurous American who marries John, the naive, British heir (Ben Barnes) to a crumbling family estate. Whisked into the less-than-receptive bosom of John's kin, Larita soon finds herself drawing the scorn of her mother-in-law (Kristin Scott Thomas), who would have preferred John marry a longtime sweetheart from his own genteel community rather than a brash Yankee. Eager to move to London, Larita knows the longer a post-honeymoon John visits his family the harder it will be for the newlyweds to live on their own terms, and she's right. Giving up on any notion of fitting in, Larita suffers a few embarrassments before fighting back. But nothing can help her once a past scandal encroaches on her dream of happiness.

Co-writer and director Stephan Elliott (The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert) keeps everything breezy and fun, though the clashes between Larita and her malicious mother-in-law are keenly felt. Elliott's period sensibility is very strong, not least of all his appreciation of John's father (Colin Firth), a restless intellectual and member of the so-called Lost Generation of World War I veterans. Firth's performance as a man distanced from his family's preoccupations and material woes is a real highlight of Easy Virtue. When he dances a tango, late in the story, one can see years of repressed desire erupt in him. --Tom Keogh


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Jessica Biel, Colin Firth, Kristin Scott Thomas and Ben Barnes bring Noël Coward's witty comedy of manners magnificently to life in this "deliciously cheeky" (Ella Taylor, The Village Voice) adaptation from director Stephan Elliott (The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert). When British playboy John brings his new wife Larita - a race car-driving feminist from Detroit - home to meet the family at their country estate, pretty much everyone's expectations are disappointed. His snooty mother is offended by Larita's carefree American ways, while Larita does everything she can to get her mother-in-law to loosen up, which only annoys her even more. John's sisters have diametrically opposed feelings about their new sister-in-law, but his father is intrigued to have finally found another who sees through the family's façade - and takes great perverse pleasure in watching his wife meet her match.

Customer Reviews

The movie was fun to watch. Tonya  |  26 reviewers made a similar statement
Jessica Biel is terrific, and Colin Firth and Kristin Scott Thomas are enjoyable, too. Gina Petersen  |  17 reviewers made a similar statement
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy Virtue February 24, 2010
Format:DVD
Between world wars, the Whittaker's estate is sinking; only the iron will of Mrs. Whittaker staves off bankruptcy while she awaits her son John's return from the continent. To her dismay, he brings a bride: an American widow who races cars. The bride, Larita, thinks she and John will visit and then go to London, where he'll work and she'll race. But John is to the manor born, and mother is nothing if not a master at plans and manipulation. Soon it's all-out war between mother and bride, with John's father, a burnt out veteran of the Great War, in the bride's corner ineffectually. Mother has a plan to join with the neighboring estate; only Larita is in her way. Based on the original play by Noel Coward, 'Easy Virtue' encompasses sharp wit, romance and drama; and although it is set in 1920s England, it is far from the typical period drama that might be expected. Biel has a captivating presence, bringing classic Hollywood glamour to the movie. A thoroughly enjoyable British comedy.
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36 of 40 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 for the entire package, but... September 13, 2009
Format:Blu-ray
...I know the cost is going to be a killer. To summarize quickly before a long worded review - this is your typical solid Sony BD presentation of a good film, so I suppose one will have to weigh out how much they love the content.

I felt this to be a great comedy presentation of a 1920s Brit piece that came across on Blu beautifully. The English countryside estate (a lovely looking acreage and interior) is filled with a wonderful cast of snobs, naive youth, seasoned work staff, and a comic relief father played perfectly by Colin Firth. He was the strong point of the movie and I laughed almost every time he spoke. The story follows the introduction of an American wife into this mix played adequately by Jessica Biel. As the weeks progress we get to see a spattering of visuals, comedic schticks, and life lessons learned by all until the surprising end. I do not feel the criticism I have read here and elsewhere is valid since this is meant to be a light take on this sociological experiment, yet exquisitely preserved.

The overall colors were a little drab, but some of the landscape exteriors and one interior dance scene showed some vibrancy. The TrueHD was fine, and actually played best when the music was active (which is being interjected often). The supplements were thorough for a film like this, including:
* 5 minutes of 4 deleted scenes - would have been fine left in the film.
* 8:30 minutes of bloopers - they were actually funny and seemed appropriate for the extras inclusion since this was a humorous film.
* 6 minute New York Premiere Featurette - more of an ad plug with some red carpet interviews and too many film clips.
* Commentary by the director and writer - this was actually one of the better ones I have heard in some time. The director dominates the track with a plethora of great info, and the writer actually provides a solid back-up to his material; they gelled just right. Was nice to hear a team on a commentary instead of a competition or a mess of constant interruptions.

I liked the film and it plays very well in the store. The display catches a great deal of attention with the props, music and attire, plus everyone performs quite well. Four for the film and one for the extras. Did not see the original material (play, book) to compare so I think all the negative press is misplaced as a stand alone film, and Biel was not that bad - she did fine for what the role was. Enjoy.
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie July 28, 2009
Format:DVD
I loved watching this movie. If you have seen some of Noel Cowards work done before (Relative Values), you'll remember the humor he brings to the plate. Stephan Elliot truly had his hands full with four great cast members! You will laugh, you will be upset, you will be astonished and that it what makes this movie such fun to watch! It's been described as "meet the very posh british parents" but I think it's much, much more. And, a great performance of the Tango done by Jessica Biel and Colin Firth!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Movie!
I love this movie! Have watched it many times on the T.V., so I decided to purchase it. The only problem there was with the DVD was that it stopped completely during the dancing... Read more
Published 5 days ago by colin west
2.0 out of 5 stars blah......
didn't really enjoy this movie. I thought I would considering the time period of the film, but it just was not a very interesting movie!
Published 6 days ago by Dawn ~
3.0 out of 5 stars A Film That is Not For Everyone.
I like movies with an historical background, i.e. the cars, the period clothing, and the interior/exterior decor, etc. Read more
Published 1 month ago by De witte leeuw.
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed
We have been watching Downton Abby and old BBC tv series. Easy Virtue is of the genre but it held it's own. Loved the ending.
Published 1 month ago by Gerry Harris
5.0 out of 5 stars Light movie
The movie was fun to watch. It had its funny moments and not so funny moments. I enjoyed watching it. It arrived on time, well packed. Thank you!
Published 2 months ago by Tonya
4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant surprise
Mostly purchased this because I liked the cast. Find it is something to watch more than once so you don't miss anything.
Published 2 months ago by Jane Pride
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Good
It was a good buy. I liked it okay, but have seen better. It was a good price though and shipped quickly, I mainly bought because Colin Firth is in it.
Published 2 months ago by spikeman
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy virtue
Just great very witting not too over done and a real treat to see such beautiful clothes on Jess at least
Published 3 months ago by T. Conley
5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless VERY funny... classy Movie for people who have read
If you like period movies especially English history... this is early 20th century... the cast here and the script and the director etc. etc. is top of the line. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Knight Rain
5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVE THIS MOVIE!
I HAD FIRST SEEN THIS MOVIE ON DIRECT TV AND I LOVED IT! AFTER RECORDING IT AND WATCHING TI 3-4 TIMES, I FINALLY DECIDED I HAD TO HAVE IT. Read more
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