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Tim - 30th Anniversary Edition

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I was barely a tween when I saw this film on TV in the early 1980's. I still recall making a mental note of how hot the leading man was (at that time Mel Gibson was yet to become a household name). And so, I could not resist this purchase, especially given the low price of the DVD.

Well, Mel Gibson is still hot (in the movie; in real life, not so much); Piper Laurie - piping HOT! (who knew!? that woman had some body on her!); the story - as sugar sweet as I remembered it...The story must have been trully revolutionary by the 1970's standards: a mentally slow man in his 20's and an educated and independent woman in her 40's fall in love. Though its telling is a bit stiff and naive, the questions the tale raises are relevant to any modern couple (mainly: can a relationship work, when the control is so steeply tipped toward the female?). Since I am not aware of many of such parings in real life, I am sure this love story may still make some uncomfortable. Nonetheless, I enjoy it for the uplifting moral which teaches us that love conquers all and is above the judgement of those outside of the two people involved. Not always so in real life, but that is precisely what movies are for!
Enjoy!

PS: Watch out for the typically 70's maternity moomoo worn by Tim's pregnant sister...Oh, the dread! Thankfully for all pregnant women today, maternity fashions have improved since then!

Made the same year as Mad Max (Special Edition) burst on the scene, Tim is based on a story by Colleen McCullough ( The Thornbirds) about a May-December relationship between a 40-something professional woman played by Piper Laurie ( Carrie) and her 23-year-old, mentally limited but physically mature yardboy Mel Gibson (in his first movie role). The plot is worthy of the Lifetime channel but Laurie and Gibson are great and the supporting cast which includes respected Australian actors Alwyn Kurts and Pat Evison transcends the simplistic and slightly pervey script.

This Australian film was made so quickly and cheaply, I don't believe they even did second takes. Happily, the 30th anniversary edition has been remastered so it is a clear and watchable print and re-edited to include a couple of deleted scenes.

Of course, young Gibson's gorgeous blue eyes, cute accent and his character's charming innocence are so very appealing that the script actually seems plausible. Mel's physical attributes are happily highlighted by his short shorts work outfit and by the blue Speedo style trunks he wears to the beach. Gibson looks quite angelic in the white dress suit he is wearing in one pivotal scene. His engaging performance here makes one sad to consider the buffoon into which he has evolved.

The movie itself is a fine film, it closely follows the storyline of the novel by Colleen McCullough.
However the sound quality on the DVD is bad, very distracting when watching the movie - had
to constantly adjust the sound.

Tim has been a favorite book and movie in our home for years, read and watched over and over. This is a wonderful, uplifting love story, almost inspirational, without the overt sexual scenes so prevelent in romantic movies today. While unrated, it is suitable for all ages. The 30th Anniversary Edition is a great improvement over the original release, with an improved sound track and brighter video. It stars two of our favorite actors, a very young Mel Gibson, and a very lovely Piper Laurie. Throw in beautiful scenery of Australia and an enchanting theme song and its a real winner many people have never even heard of. We recommend it to everyone.

I don't have many Mel Gibson movies, but when I saw one of his earlier movies available I wanted to add it to my collection. This movie demonstrated a different acting style then the later action parts that he is more famous for.

Mainly got the movie because I thought the anniversary version had deleted scenes but no such thing. However still a okay movie but nothing like I remembered watching in college.

This is a chick flick. Any woman is going to enjoy this. Especially those over 40. A story to get lost in.

I had a VHS copy of this movie, and I was overjoyed to see it in DVD. I had read the book first and I was not disappointed in Michael Pate's version. I love this movie. The DVD version is clearer than the VHS. It has extra scenes and it has a bonus feature with Michaeal Tate talking about the making of TIM. It's a classic for me.

One of Mel Gibson's earliest films, "Tim" has been overlooked by most Mel Gibson fans. Gibson plays a young, mentally challenged Australian in a romantic relationship with an older, American business executive (Piper Laurie). A youthful Mel Gibson shows his talent to create believable characters and make us forget he's acting.

The film examines the theme of star-crossed lovers in the context of age, mental capacity, and social acceptance. The emotional tide of Tim's family, his lover, and their peers pulls at our heart-strings, and forces a sometimes uncomfortable self-examination of how we judge others and how we may define "love."

This movie is a great, romantic tear-jerker. The slower pace and gritty texture of early Australian cinema may deter some viewers, but the fresh story-line alone makes this movie well worth watching.

You'll like this movie if:
You liked Kevin Costner's "Message in a Bottle," and enjoyed Mel Gibson in "Man Without A Face" and "What Women Want."

You'll be disappointed if:
You're expecting a light, romantic comedy like "What Women Want," or the action of "The Road Warrior."

THIS IS A WONDERFUL MOVIE AND MY FIRST AT SEEING MEL GIBSON. THIS IS JUST A VERY NICE MOVIE AND HE LOOKS SO GOOD. THIS IS THE ONLY MOVIE I OWN OF HIS AND WATCH IT AT LEAST 4 TIMES A YEAR. THERE IS NO PFOFANITY, NUDITY, OR EXPLICIT SCENES. LIKE I SAID A WONDERFUL MOVIE.
IT CAME TO ME PROMPTLY WHICH I TRULY APPRECIATED. SOMEONE STOLE ALL MY DVDS, CDS, VHS, CASSETTE TAPES, 45, 33 1/3, AND 78 COLLECTIONS. IN FACT, SHE STOLE ALL MY THINGS WHICH WERE STORED. A WHOLE LIFETIME IS ACTUALLY WHAT SHE JUST GAVE AWAY, OR SO SHE MAINTAINS. ANYWAY, I AM SLOWLY BUIDLING UP MY COLLECTIONS AGAIN, BUT AT AGE 67, I DON'T BELIEVE I CAN REPLACE EVEN ONE-THIRD OF IT.

THANKS FOR THE GREAT SERVICE AS USUAL.