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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
HEY HEY IT'S THE MONKEES!, June 18, 2002
Ok...so there's a little artistic license taken to increase the drama in the movie, but all in all, this is a great, feel-good film. While some may feel the "happy ending" is rather cheesy, I like it because it's done in the style of the old Monkee episodes. The actors portraying the Pre-Fab Four did a terrific job and even resemble the original Monkees, especially Jeff Geddis portraying Mike Nesmith. I loved the Monkees as a kid, but never knew the true story behind the making of the show and why it only lasted for two seasons. This movie will give you an idea.What is worth the price of this DVD are the interviews with three of the Monkees that are included. You can still see the definite personalities of Jones, Tork, and Dolenz in these interviews and get more insight into how each viewed his Monkee experience and what each did once the series was cancelled. The running commentaries by each of these three Monkees are priceless. I watched the film 3 times in a row, and each time the film was different because of the running commentary. Mickey Dolenz is hilarious and zany throughout the entire film; his commentary kept me in stitches. Peter is more introspective, analytical and pragmatic, pointing out inaccuracies in the film. Davy Jones has a lot to say--he comments throughout the entire film, providing insights and interesting personal revelations. Their diverse commentaries and interviews makes for an interesting movie. I highly recommend this DVD for any Monkees fan.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not bad, but it stops when the drama really should start., September 21, 2004
Contrary to what some might say, this actually has a lot of factual information in. Anyone who has seen numerous interviews with the Monkees over the years, including many biographical prime time shows, would realize that there is more fact than fiction in this movie.
The acting is excellent. All of the actors look and act very similar to their real-life counterparts. Many kudos need to be given to George Stanchev for perfecting Davy's dancing in the "Daydream Believer" video remake.
The problem with this movie, however, is that the real drama of the Monkees began when the band started to fall apart. Peter Tork's departure and the tension that caused it are what really bring the story of the Monkees to a dramatic climax.
Unfortunately, this movie stops after the release of "Head" and ends on a bright, positive note. The real truth is that the future of the Monkees was anything but bright and positive until their total disbandment in 1970.
It's still a good movie, and there is more fact than fiction. But if you're looking for a truly representative movie about the Monkees, this isn't it.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Bad Movie; Great DVD, March 21, 2002
As a Monkee fan, I was thrilled when I heard this biopic was going into production & incredibly disappointed when it aired. While largely accurate as to what really happened, the film seemed cheesy & awkward, with not enough Monkee music & a jaw-droppingly silly happy ending. The DVD, however, is wonderful! Not only can you skip right to the movie's best parts (i.e. the "All of Your Toys" segment), but it contains FOUR commentary tracks - three of which are by actual Monkees: Davy Jones, Peter Tork, & Micky Dolenz. Tork's is an interesting factual account of how the movie compares to reality; Micky's is a silly track that gives the movie the razzing it deserves; and, best of all, is Davy's rambling & sometimes crazy commentary track which gives great insight into his life, his mindset, & his relationship with the reclusive Mike Nesmith. If you're interested in The Monkees, skip this film when it airs on cable & pick up the DVD instead!
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