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Edward Burns Box Set - The Brothers McMullen, She's The One, No Looking Back

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five years ago, my wife brought this video home for us to watch,-after having brought the first two home for us to watch. this movie seemed somehow prophetic at the time. it was. she left me a month after we watched it. I found it dreary and depressing at the time,- and needless to say; - Ive had no desire to watch it since. but along with ALL his other movies, Ive ordered it on DVD from amazon[.com]. what I take away from it is that no-wheresville small towns CAN have attributes [its POSSIBLE], and edward burns himself. he plays more or less the same character in all of his films,- cool, detatched yet involved, and AWARELY EXPERIENCING life. above all-solid. his character in every film thinks and feels, yet at root, theres nothing thats going to DESTROY this guy. a man engaged in life for the long haul.

Edward Burns is a great writer and director and all three films in this set are great. My favorite of the three is No Looking Back. It's a great story about a woman freeing herself from a life going nowhere and becoming an independent person. It's a great story and all three lead actors in the movie are perfect in their roles. I was skeptical about Jon Bon Jovi, but, he proved me wrong once again. The other two movies are absolutely fabulous also!!! Ed Burns is three for three!!! Highly recommended.

This movie is captivating. I'm sorry that this point of view is lost on the professional reviewer, and anyone else unable to enjoy it as such. For me it is utterly memorable. It appears to have been made not just carefully, but with loving attention to detail. I've seen it twice and look forward to watching it again. RELEASE THE SOUNDTRACK -- PLEASE!

I have been waiting years for this affordable release. The only thing that could have made me happier would be the release of a soundtrack for No Looking Back.

The Brothers McMullen is not my favorite movie. In my opinion, it is the weakest of the three. The acting is ok, the story line is predictable, and the characters just don't pull you in and make you care a whole lot about them. She's the One is much better.

But, my favorite is No Looking Back. Jon Bon Jovi does a great job in this film! He once again proves that some music stars CAN cross the bridge into acting. All of the actors are able to make you care about them and the outcome of the dilema that makes up the backbone of the movie. The music (Bruce Springsteen, Patti Scialfa, Sheryl Crow) sets a tone that is accentuated by the cinematography. You can practically feel the chill in the air at the beginning of the movie when the camera's eye scans the "Jersey Shore". The bleakness of the background is representative of the despair felt by the characters.

I wholeheartedly recommend this box set if for nothing more than to see No Looking Back. Which, by the way, had previously cost more to purchase on its own than the box set is now. My advice, when it comes in--grab a blanket, pop the DVD in the machine and then curl up on the couch to watch it. It's one of those movies you won't soon forget!

Edward Burns (Life Or Something Like It, Confidence) directed, wrote and stars in this drama about Charlies (Burns) who comes back to his hometown after missing years on end when he went away. Now, he comes back and find that things have changed when his ex-girlfriend Claudia, played by Lauren Holly (Any Given Sunday, Dumb & Dumber) is now with his old buddy Michael, played by Jon Bon Jovi (Vampires: Los Muertos, Homegrown) and they are engaged but she doesnt have the ring yet. Charlie's return brings back the past into his and Claudia's relationship. Claudia had an abortion and after she had it she found out that she couldnt bare any children. Charlie wants her to leave town with her. Claudia's and Michael's relationship start to crumble. Fantatic performances by the 2 guys but what really made this movie shine was Lauren Holly...she nailed her part. Also starring Jennifer Esposito (Tv's Spin City, Dracula 2000), Connie Britton (Tv's Spin City) and Blythe Danner (Cruel Doubt, Meet The Fockers, Meet The Parents). Executice Produced by Robert Redford. Burns hits this one full on though it isnt his best movie he has done, still its a pretty good movie.

Seems to be alot of people want to know what the soundtrack from the movie NO LOOKIN BACK. Here you go hope you enjoy.


Music
Joe Delia Music
Joe Delia Orchestrations
Joe Delia piano
Jesse Levy cello
Jimmy Ripp guitar
Sheryl Crow Song
Sheryl Crow Song Performer ("Home")
Gary Rossington Song ("What's Your Name")
Ronnie Van Zant Song ("What's Your Name")
Lynyrd Skynyrd (II) Song Performer ("What's Your Name")
John Hartford Song ("Gentle On My Mind")
Glen Campbell Song Performer ("Gentle On My Mind")
Pete Yorn Song
Pete Yorn Song Performer ("Long Time Nothing New" "Lost Souls")
David Lucas Song ("Bound For the Floor")
Joseph William Daniels II Song ("Bound For the Floor")
Local H Song Performer ("Bound For the Floor")
Mike Cross Song ("Plowed")
Tim Cross Song ("Plowed")
Joe Mazzola Song ("Plowed")
Jim Paluzzi Song ("Plowed")
Vinnie Domborwski Song ("Plowed")
Sponge Song Performer ("Plowed")
Georges Gasguy Song
Georges Gasguy Song Performer ("Beautiful Venice")
Saveur Mallia Song
Saveur Mallia Song Performer ("Beautiful Venice")
Macy Gray Song
Macy Gray Song Performer ("Sweet Baby")
Joe Solo Song ("Sweet Baby")
Bruce Springsteen Song
Bruce Springsteen Song Performer ("One Step Up" "I'm On Fire" "Valentine's Day")
Patti Scialfa (II) Song
Patti Scialfa (II) Song Performer ("Romeo" "Rumble Doll" "I Am A Big Girl Now")
Gregg Allman songs ("Whipping Post" "Melissa")
The Allman Brothers Band Song Performer ("Whipping Post" "Melissa")
Steve Alaimo Song ("Melissa")
Patrick Mullins Music Editor

soundtrack list from yahoo movies. Thanks yahoo

http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1800023741/cast

What I liked most about this film is that it very accurately portrays the small mindedness that is too prevalent in much of our society today. Of particular note are the local bar scenes and the dialogue that occurs there. Those scenes really underscore the fear of change and progression that are keeping us from collectively becoming a more enlightened, inclusive, and productive nation.

Along the way we are privy to watch the characters motivations, hopes, perceptions, virtues, and limitations unfold. And they are a pleasure to watch. I thought all the actors were outstanding and that they really brought small town reality to life.

Although I would not laud the beautiful Miss Holly as a great actress, she has pretty consistently chosen to appear in particularly relevant material and managed to give life to her characters. Nonetheless she delivers a very believable performance as a small town girl with big dreams who has settled for a safe albeit unsatisfying existence.

Burns, as always is comic, charming, and immature. On the surface that is. But in some of his orations he displays a wisdom and logic that is undeniable. It's a compelling mix. But most noteworthy however are that his skills as a director have grown leaps and bounds with this picture (in my opinion). And that's not to say that I disliked any of his previous films. Quite the contrary.

His use of lighting. His pacing. The stills and the motion shots. Bravo.

In short, it's got a little of everything. Drama, comedy, some great music and perhaps most importantly this film really makes you feel for the characters and it makes you think about your own life.

Highly recommended.

I thought this was an enjoyable movie. The music was great. How can we get a soundtrack?

O.K., this movie won't change your life, but it's not a total waste of time, either. Nice movie, a little too laid back for my taste, but good acting overcomes a mediocre script. Lauren Holly is gorgeous to look at, and the rest of the cast (even Jon Bon Jovi) take this mood piece seriously enough to turn in strong performances.

The sountrack is simply amazing, and I spent almost 1/2 hour trying to locate it on every internet site that sells CD's, before I realized there was none. Whoever came up with the brilliant decision not to release the sountrack should be taken out and shot. The never before heard version of Bruce Springsteen singing "I'm On Fire" that turns into a waltz tempo with Bruce weeping new lyrics alone would send sales through the Platinum roof. To reiterate the sentiment of the reviewer below, are you kidding me?

The dialogue and character interaction in this film is great!! Burns is such an excellent writer and his actors all play together beautifully! Jon Bon Jovi rocks in this film and proves he's a great actor!