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House of D (2004)

David Duchovny , Téa Leoni , David Duchovny    PG-13   DVD
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House of D is a bittersweet, moving story of an American expatriate's painful decision to come to terms with the childhood he fled in early 1970s New York City. David Duchovny wrote and directed this comedy-drama; he also stars as the adult version of the film's hero, Tom Warshaw, an illustrator who has spent most of his life in Paris and decides—on the occasion of his son's birthday—to finally reveal long-withheld facts about his past.

The bulk of the story, told in flashback, portrays 13-year-old Tom (Anton Yelchin) as a quick-witted prince of his neighborhood, a delivery boy who knows every eccentric on his bicycle route and a Catholic school kid fond of playing pranks on his clueless French teacher and soulful principal (Frank Langella). His best friend is the school's mildly retarded, 41-year-old janitor, Pappas (Robin Williams), and his advisor on matters of the heart is Lady (Erykah Badu), a prison inmate whom the fatherless Tom (or Tommy, as he's called in 1973) can neither see nor touch. Tommy's vivacity is an asset at home, where his mother (Tea Leoni), a grieving widow with a mounting addiction to pills, is slipping away from her son's ability to help. Duchovny's screenplay sometimes borders on the precious: A number of scenes are enamored with their own boldness and originality, as if Duchovny has been squirreling away lots of colorfully expressive storytelling details for years, and unloaded them here. But that flaw all but disappears in the glow of House of D's emotional resonance and honesty, not to mention several exceptional performances. Among these is Zelda Williams's work as Tommy's sage-beyond-her-years girlfriend, Melissa, whose name offers a suitable excuse to work a rather lovely Allman Brothers song into the soundtrack. --Tom Keogh

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An American man living in Paris recalls his adolescence in New York City with his depressed widowed mother and other people that made an impression on

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25 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Clever, fitting, heartwarming...., October 10, 2005
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David Duchovny does a fantastic job of creating a picture of a boy's childhood(Tom) with an addicted mother who is in need of parenting from her son and who is not capable of being the mother he so desperately needs. The humor of being thirteen and the jokes we have all told are caught in the most appropriate of depictions. This story is a wonderful Bildungsroman that creates a realistic and fun view of Thomas as a young boy becoming a man and growing apart from his retarded friend(Pappas) by becoming an older mental age than Pappas can ever be.

The life journey of Thomas is interesting, sad, funny and heartwarming all at once.

Those who are so critical of Duchovny and this film had expectations that were too lofty for anyone to live up to. I have different expectations when I go the movies. I am not there to give amateur critiques of the directing and script. I am there to watch and hopefully be entertained, and this film does not disappoint. Duchovny is subtly funny bordering on hilarious. The depiction of the thirteen-year-old boy in his private school French class is a scene that I will be laughing about forEVER.

This movie is well worth its price. Great Job David Duchovny!

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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A warm, soulful and funny film, May 8, 2005
By Mainelady (Falmouth, Maine) - See all my reviews
Having just returned from seeing House of D for the 3rd time, I'm writing this review to share my thoughts on it. Is it Casablanca or It's A Wonderful Life? No, not many movies are, particularly these days. House of D is a small but moving film, beautifully filmed and acted, I maintain. With progressive viewings, I found myself remembering more of my own experiences 'coming of age' which gave me even more admiration for Mr. Duchovny's skill in writing this movie believably. Don't get me wrong, it's a small, independent film. Too bad for Hollywood, because it's sweet, funny, thoughtful and soulful. No car chases, disemboweled bad guys, cynical protagonists or sex. No wonder no big company would touch it!

Anton Yelchin and Tea Leoni portray their characters wonderfully. Robin Williams is believable as only he can be and his daughter, Zelda, is spot on.

I believe Mr. Duchovny's direction is good, and I look forward to bigger endeavors in the future, both in front of and behind the cameras.

Go see it. Decide for yourself. I'm very happy I did, and I think you will be too.
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Give me the Dad face, October 21, 2005
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This story had ecsaped my attention until recently. I rented it, thinking it had to be decent, given the casting. I was pleasantly surprised upon viewing.

The story is relatable and moving. Anton Yelchin gives a stirring performance as a child dealt a difficult hand, struggling to make his own way. Tea Leoni plays very well the role of a distraught, widowed mother who has been left to care for her son. I feel the role of Pappas (played by Robin Williams) could have been slightly more developed, but he turns in a wonderful performance. David Duchovny wrote and directed the movie, as well as acted as the present day version of the main character.

It's not the most engaging movie, but it is interesting. It has its moments of humor, sadness and happiness. Altogether a good effort by Duchovny.
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5.0 out of 5 stars house of d dvd
Ordered and it arrived so quickly and in great shape just as specified!
Played perfectly and want to thank you for a great and honest sale!
Published 6 months ago by Diane A. Anderson

4.0 out of 5 stars Wondeful movie, somewhat a sleeper
Viewed the last 15 minutes of this file on IFC one night and my wife and I found ourselves wanting to see the entire movie.

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Published 15 months ago by Kevin R.

4.0 out of 5 stars House of D
This movie proves that David Duchovny is not only an excellent actor but a talented writer as well. Regardless of what that critic (whatever his name is) said several years ago,... Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars An American homage to 400 blows!
Since Francois Truffaut made his masterpiece "400 blows" about the hopeless childhood, we had to wit for a fifty years to wait for a film like this one where precisely the... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Hiram Gomez Pardo

4.0 out of 5 stars I love Tommy
Love this movie.really makes oyu think about the choices we make and how they affect everyone around us.
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5.0 out of 5 stars House of D - More than touching and worth a look
I just finished watching "House of D" and consider this a great film worth at least a five star rating. Read more
Published on July 10, 2008 by Keith Mirenberg

5.0 out of 5 stars House of D
I heard about this movie from my sister who ran across it just looking for something to watch. I have a brother who is intellectually disabled and so when I heard that Robin... Read more
Published on March 18, 2008 by KeenMan

4.0 out of 5 stars Fun Movie
A feel good movie to have lots of fun with. David Duchovny did a great job with this little flick. I want to see it again.
Published on February 22, 2008 by Debra J. Clover

5.0 out of 5 stars If you love Robin Williams
For Robin Williams fans this film is a must have-I think it's one of his best roles. Also kudos to David Duchovney on his directing debut.
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5.0 out of 5 stars David Duchovny is wonderful!
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