Customer Reviews

Since You've Been Gone [VHS]

5 star:		(6)
4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

I have liked this film for years. While it's not a great film, it catches, and sometimes spoofs every reunion that you've been to. The guy living on past glories, the faded beauties, the nerd making it good, and the slick con artist. Laura Flynn Boyle is great, and I love the dark humor of her character.

You mean to tell me that in Chicago, there are only two black people per graduating class??? David Schwimmer makes an ok attempt at directing, but he directs like he acts...Like Ross Geller on Friends. On Friends there are no people of color in NYC and I guess the same is true in Chicago. I am a little tired of seeing this perpetuated in this industry. Liev Schreiber's dancing cop was terrific. There is one in every bunch. I give the two stars for Liev and Laura Flynn Boyle.

This is the epitome of high school reunion films. If you ever wondered what yours could be like, you should watch this movie. There is a wide range of characters to follow, all doing different things with their lives, with different agendas and goals. David Schwimmer is actually very funny, and Lara Flynn Boyle's character is hilariously evil. I would definitely recommend watching this movie--there is great dialogue.

This movie is not academy material, but if you grew up in the Chicago area, and have been or are about to go to your 10 year reunion, give it a look. There were 2 lines that slammed my hometown, but it made me laugh all the more. I think it would have been a riot to film. For those who don't take themselves too seriously only!!!!!

This movie is so funny! It starts out a little slow, but give it a chance! Its about a 10 year high shool reunion, and its a little bit like a soap opera, with lots of different stories going on at the same time. Lara Flynn Boyle totally steals the show as the class prankster, I wish I could be her! The movie has all the "stock" reunion characters, like the 'nobody' turned big time , the rebel and the perky girl in charge of everything. It's also really interesting because all the different characters have accomplished different things, from parenthood, to becoming a doctor, to accomplishing NOTHING, which is probably very realistic. You need a sense of humour to enjoy this show, so if you're lacking, don't bother. This movie also has my most FAVORITE movie sex scene.

I like watching this movie--even though it's not as funny throughout the entire movie as the trailers would indicate.

A solid Directoral debut for David Schwimmer using primarily the Looking Glass Theatre Group from Chicago. The leads are mostly unknown which probably hurt this film in the eyes of starstruck MiraMax, but you get a great performance from Lara Flynn Boyle and Joey Slotnick.

Schwimmer's performance as the disingenuous former Class President, working his 10 year class reunion as a scam, is something to see. He and the other classmates represent what most people associate with the 1980's: self absorbtion; greed; and shallowness. Which starts wearing thin after a while. It'd been nice to bond with a few more of the characters.

The real bright spot is the music as Love Jones, the groundbreaking "Lounge" band performs the hits of the eighties with style and vigor. The Duran Duran medley is hysterical.

Joe Bob says check it out.

This movie is pretty funny. There are some cute little gags, but the best part of the whole movie is definitely the hotel front desk clerk, who is played by David Downs. He's hilarious! He has a lot of great facial expressions, and even though he doesn't have any lines, you know that there's a lot going on with him. He has Treplev eyes, for sure. He's one actor I'll definitely keep my eye on in the future!

The movie is very funny and the cast is excellent. Never a boring moment and the more you watch it, the more jokes you pick up on. I paid $80 for it, the best money I ever spent. I just wish there was a soundtrack. A must have for anyone that enjoys comedies!

David Schwimmer gives a tour-de-force as a first time director. The ensemble cast, featuring the lovely Teri Hatcher and the vivacious Lara Flynn Boyle, manage to encapsulate the very essence of the "brat pack" generation struggling to survive in the 90's. If you ever danced to "Gambler" or wondered which Izod looked better with your new Levi's denim jacket then this movie is for you!