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Synopsis: Ruth Loomis (Jill Clayburg) becomes the first woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court. A staunch conservative, she immediatly runs into conflict with Dan Snow (Walter Matthau), the high court's resident liberal. Although, they never agree on the issues before the Court, they develop a respect and affection for one another after several comedic encounters.

Starring: Walter Matthau, Jill Clayburgh

Supporting actors: Barnard Hughes, Jan Sterling, James Stephens, Joshua Bryant, Wiley Harker, F.J. O'Neil, Charles Lampkin, Lew Palter

Directed by: Ronald Neame

Genre: Comedy, Drama

Runtime: 1 hour 39 minutes

Release year: 1981

Studio: Paramount

ASIN: B000IYYOJ6 (Rental) and B000I9YZBI (Purchase)

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First Monday in October DVD ~ Walter Matthau

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Theatrical Release Information

US Theatrical Release Date: August 21, 1981
Production Company: Paramount Pictures
Filming Locations: Inyo National Forest - 351 Pacu Lane, Bishop, California, USA | John Wayne Airport - 18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, California, USA | Washington, District of Columbia, USA

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5.0 out of 5 stars SUPREMELY Left of Center ~ ~, October 7, 2005

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mcHaiku "nmi" (Brown County INDIANA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: First Monday in October (DVD)

Give me a break! a HEALING break with plenty of laughs, that is.

Hurrah for the comic relief brought to us in "The First Monday in October" - - This movie should be watched by all who have serious business with the Supreme Court: justices, law clerks, picketers among others. Even if this movie were meant to be an art film - or one that snobby critics could cleverly rip apart - Why not decide right now that it is a romantic comedy & perfectly appropriate to watch this "First (Week) of October" for some much-needed healing that laughter will bring?

It is hard to imagine more stressful days in 'our times.' Our sides need to ache from laughter instead of disgust over all the bungling of bureaucrats. The play on which this 1981 movie was based pre-dates the appointment of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor to the court, by the way. Who cares that Jill Clayburgh is younger than the current justice-candidate? She is a worthy foil for Walter Matthau who 'nails' the situation when he grumps: "When a man moves into the White House you never know what will happen to his mind." Matthau is Oh! so comfortable in his curmudgeonly role as an outspoken liberal-minded justice.

Among other lines that endear him to me: "The telephone has NO constitutional right to be answered." The opening close-ups -- exterior shots of the Supreme Court building -- are more striking than any shown on newscasts the first Monday of (this 2005) October session. Marble and granite do enhance any serious debates that may follow . . . & I did enjoy the HANDEL, Bernie!

mcHAIKU says "Allow yourself some laughs - - Toast your good health -- and write your senators!"

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Treat for Smart People, May 25, 2003

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Joseph Harris (Kaysville, UT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: First Monday in October [VHS] (VHS Tape)

It's always a pleasure to see a movie that presents both sides of a complex issue (in this case, liberals vs. conservatives) in an even-handed and enjoyable way. The characterization of First Monday is superb, particularly the antagonism between Matthau and Clayburgh. I chuckled numerous times over the dialog. Example: after hearing that the chief justice had flowers sent to the new female Supreme Court justice, Matthau muttered, "How come you don't send ME flowers anymore, CJ"? I hope this movie is released sometime in DVD, in letterbox, along with commentary.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great dialogue & subtle physical comedy, June 29, 1999

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This review is from: First Monday in October [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This is one film where Matthau doesn't go completely "over the top". He and Clayburgh make a great team; I'm surprised they weren't coupled in other projects later.Add Barnard Hughes as "Mr. Chief Justice" into the mix, and you have banter and badinage at its best!

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5.0 out of 5 stars First Monday in October
Had seen the movie on television, enjoyed it, wanted to have a copy to watch.

Published 24 months ago by M. F. Anderson

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Movie - Great Condition - Great Service
I love this movie and we only had it taped off the TV, so we had to upgrade! We received the movie quickly and it was in perfect condition. Great service from the seller!

Published 24 months ago by Priscilla Senecal

5.0 out of 5 stars First Monday in October
Fantastic movie! Sound track was outstanding. Walter Matthau and Jill Clayburgh had some nice chemistry going throughout the movie! Loved it!