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The Man Who Came to Dinner (2000)

Starring: Nathan Lane, Jean Smart Director: Jay Sandrich Rating: NR (Not Rated) Format: DVD
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  • Actors: Nathan Lane, Jean Smart, Harriet Sansom Harris, Jack Arendt, Jozef Fahey
  • Directors: Jay Sandrich
  • Writers: George S. Kaufman, Moss Hart
  • Producers: Jac Venza, Judy Kinberg, Steven Tabakin, Todd Haimes
  • Format: Color, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo)
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Image Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: March 18, 2003
  • Run Time: 176 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00008975C
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #22,485 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)
  • For more information about "The Man Who Came to Dinner" visit the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)

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Nathan Lane practically explodes with bile as Sheridan Whiteside, a tyrannical radio celebrity who has been trapped in a Midwestern household by an injured hip. Whiteside rails entertainingly at the quavering family he's stuck with, but the play really kicks into motion when Whiteside's secretary, the only person who can stand to work with him, falls in love with a local newspaperman, forcing Whiteside to hatch a scheme to keep her by his side. Expertly crafted by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, The Man Who Came to Dinner zooms along. Lane (The Birdcage, Mouse Hunt) plays the part with his personality cranked up to 11--he rattles off each sneering barb with acid bombast. The production was originally broadcast live from Broadway, which gives it a genuine crackle of energy. Natasha Richardson and Liam Neeson act as hosts, providing some historical background to this classic comedy. --Bret Fetzer


Product Description

One of the most beloved American comedies comes to sparkling life in this fast-paced, stylish production starring Tony Award-winning Broadway favorite Nathan Lane (The Producers) and Jean Smart ("Designing Women")! While dining at the midwestern home of the prominent Stanley family, noted critic and social celebrity Sheridan Whiteside slips on their doorstep and injures his hip, leaving the city slicker confined to the house for an outrageous six week recovery period which leads to cockroach farms, an octopus in the cellar, a dinner party with ex-convicts, "The Penguin" and more madcap mayhem! Written by the classic comedy team of Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, this razor sharp farce remains pointed and side-splitting today. Pull up a few extra chairs and invite some guests for dinner and a show; the fun is about to begin!

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A stage classic that holds up, April 21, 2003
By Bill (Seattle, Washington United States) - See all my reviews
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Very enjoyable staging of Kaufman and Hart play. Nathan Lane and Jean Smart, as you would expect, squeeze every possible laugh from their lines. They're wonderful.

One caveat: The play is filled with quick references to personalities of the period (the 1930s), and most of that might go right over some people's heads. But much of the comedy is timeless, so everyone is bound to enjoy it in the end.

There is more to this DVD than a previous reviewer would have you believe, but only a bit more. In the intermissions, there are some descriptions of the characters and whom they are based on. And there is an enjoyable segment with Kaufman's daughter and Hart's wife (the eternally graceful and charming Kitty Carlisle). The banter between Liam Neeson and Natasha Richardson in these segments is weak, however. Essentially you're getting exactly the same thing you would have seen when this was broadcast.

We're fortunate to have had this performance captured on film, and I hope there will be more of the same.

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Scene stealing performance by Byron Jennings, August 5, 2004
"Scene stealing performance by Byron Jennings"

I gave this DVD version of the play 5 stars simply for the scene stealing performance by Byron Jennings. He is truly amazing as Beverley Carlton. This is not to be missed by anyone who appreciates uncommonly gifted acting.

Nathan Lane as Sheridan Whiteside is the perfect foil for him. His line about the Lindbergh baby is hilarious, and Byron Jennings' reaction is well in tune with Nathan Lane's humor. It's rare to watch actors who are so much in sync with each other. Too often a film or play will feature great talent playing opposite mediocre talent. Speaking of which, the actress who plays Sheridan Whiteside's secretary is not of their caliber and detracts from their performance.

The play's greatest weakness is that Mr. Jennings appears in just one scene. Still, it's amazing enough to be worth the cost of purchase.

It's so unfortunate that American film and theater productions place greater value on perfectly photogenic looks, rather than exceptional talent. If only film and theater goers were able to recognize substance and depth of character, they would be able to look beyond the shallowness and one dimensional "acting" that is so routinely foisted on us.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Great play, DVD edition needs improvement..., March 14, 2003
By D. C. Squires (High in the sky traveling at Mach-2) - See all my reviews
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I first saw this live in 2000 on a local PBS affiliate and from the begining I knew it was an event. A few days ago I checked online to see if it was available and - joy - it was! On the DVD's release date I greedily went to my local (eegads!) video supplier and expecting a great treatment onto DVD paid FULL PRICE ...!!! (Something I almost never do...) I should've been patient and purchased it online with a discount. Don't make my mistake. The Hart/Kaufman farce has always held up and remains a great bit of comedic theater. Nathan Lane & Jean Smart are at top form and their timing is wonderful. The supporting cast is just as good.There are some problems with the transfer of the play to DVD, though. First off, the DVD is bare bones -- no history of the play ( except for the first act intermission break with Liam Neesan and Natasha Richardson), no commentary, not even a cast biography -- a shame. The sound is weak as well 2.0 surround, I believe. The picture quality is fantastic, though, even if it is full screen (yes, I know... it was on television that way and that's it's suppossed original aspect ratio -- 1.33.1).All in all, this is a fantastic, rollicking, "catty" rendering of the play and since there are so few of this caliber available to purchase it is a worthy addition to your home DVD collection. Hey, it's cheaper than a theater ticket! Maybe next time we'll get more for our money when it comes to extra features. Are you listening "Image Entertainment"? In closing...Imagine World Peace.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The Man Who Came to Dinner
I thoroughly enjoy Nathan Lane movies and this is no exception. However, I must admit I still like the classic movie version of this with Monty Woolley, Betty Davis, Billie Burke,... Read more
Published 9 months ago by C. A. Luster

5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious
My wife asked me to get this movie/recorded play, and I'm glad that I did. It is truly a hilarious play.
Published 9 months ago by katzeblanco

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun movie
An updated version of the orignal movie, the actors bring to life the time period and the references are still valid today. Read more
Published 11 months ago by M Roger

5.0 out of 5 stars the Man who Came to Dinner - the stage version
I think that this version of the play with Nathan Lane is as great as the previous version with Monty Wooley playing Sheridan Whiteside. Read more
Published 13 months ago by John Falt

3.0 out of 5 stars A shadow of the original
Bad casting and lame performances make this version of the Kaufman and Hart play a tedious ordeal to watch. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Jerry Warriner

5.0 out of 5 stars A Hilarious Masterpiece--Nathan Lane at his Best
I had caught the last half of this video on public television's Masterpiece Theatre, and for many months my wife and I watched for it to be released on DVD. Read more
Published on February 16, 2007 by J. Hall-morrison

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, Funny, Great
This recording from a recent production is amazing. Nathan Lane is great and larger than life, as usual. The rest of the cast does wonderful jobs. This is a treasure!
Published on January 3, 2007 by David Clarke

5.0 out of 5 stars Strong Ensemble
I suggest that any group looking for a strong ensemble piece to perform take the time to watch this production of "The Man Who Came to Dinner". The actors gel magnificently! Read more
Published on November 9, 2006 by Maria A. Devita-krug

4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable presentation of a Classic play
This was an entertaining presentation of a really enjoyable Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman play.

In the second act Nathan Lane settled into his character and... Read more
Published on October 25, 2005 by J. Fryer

4.0 out of 5 stars Stage on DVD
This is a marvelous recording of a wonderful stage performance. One drawback is that there are no extras and you have to wait until the very end of the performance to find out who... Read more
Published on August 17, 2005 by Akira Oshima

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