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Needful Things [Region 2] (1993)

Max von Sydow (Actor), Ed Harris (Actor), Fraser Clarke Heston (Director) | Rated: R | Format: DVD
3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)

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Product Details

  • Actors: Max von Sydow, Ed Harris, Bonnie Bedelia, Amanda Plummer, J.T. Walsh
  • Directors: Fraser Clarke Heston
  • Format: PAL
  • Language: German (Stereo)
  • Region: Region 2 (Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Rated: R (Restricted)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004THH5
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #257,159 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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Stephen King adaptations are strictly hit-or-miss propositions, and this supernatural thriller from 1993 is definitely a "miss," based on one of King's lesser novels and starring Max von Sydow as the evil proprietor of a small-town antique shop named "Needful Things." That's the place where anyone can go to find the one thing they cherish the most (the town's aging jock finds his old, high-school letterman's jacket there, for example), but of course there's a price for such priceless keepsakes. Yep, that's right ... von Sydow is Satan, and his customers pay for "needful things" with their souls. The sheriff (Ed Harris) catches onto this hellish predicament, and, well ... let's just say things go downhill from there, with von Sydow delivering sardonic wisecracks as he wreaks devilish havoc on the town. Lots of stuff gets blown to bits, by which time this movie has long since worn out its welcome. Harris and von Sydow do their best to liven up the dreary scenario (directed by Charlton Heston's son, Fraser), but this is strictly for die-hard King fans, and even then the recommendation is marginal. --Jeff Shannon

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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars The extended version is the one to hope for., September 20, 2007
By M. Daneker (Spinnerstown, Pa USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Needful Things (DVD)
There's at least a 3hr version of this film, most likely longer, it aired on television and cable, at 4rhs with commercials and with the R rated material edited.

This version is okay, but it's cut down to the bare bones of the plot(s) for time and space. The longer version has never been seen on video, but we can hope!
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14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Why don't they release the extended edition?, September 27, 2004
This review is from: Needful Things (DVD)
I have seen two versions of "Needful Things" the regular theatrical cut which runs at about 113 minutes and the extended edition that used to play on TNT (which is actually better) that has a running time of about 175 minutes, the full program with commercials was about 4 hours long.

Where this version fails is that the character development is rushed and they focus more on the "deeds" than what the book does. The novel itself is very excellent and the first part allows the characters to be developed. Part two of the novel is left to the "deeds" and part three focuses on the chaos that results and the aftermath.

However, in the movie, the "deeds" and the chaos and not on the characters nor the aftermath. I think that "Needful Things" could be put on film, as long as it's a three part miniseries and not just one movie.

However, this film does have some good things about it, the main good thing is Max von Syndow's performance (although when I read the book I imagined someone like Christopher Lee). Another good thing is how accurate to the book that the "deeds" were carried out.

Some may say that this is the worst Stephen King adaptation, but I can think of a couple that are worse: Dreamcatcher, Graveyard Shift, Thinner, and Tommyknockers. This one, is only fifth worse.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars A Great Film wasted, July 6, 2001
By Grant Gooding (Indianpolis, IN United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Needful Things (DVD)
The original Needful Things was an hour longer than it appears on this DVD. Also, there is no widescreen version that is produced. This is probably the best adaptation of a Stephen King book ever brought to film, but it has not yet been deemed profitable enough to put any effort into the produciton of the DVD. The movie itself is superb (for its genre), 3 and 1/2 stars easy. However, this is one of the most shoddily made DVDs that I have ever seen. It is simply not worth buying.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Do yourself a favor and read the book!
Stephen King's Needful Things, is truly one of the finest, and most memorable books that I have ever read. One of his very best. Read more
Published 3 months ago by S. LEISENRING

5.0 out of 5 stars Exellent choice
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4.0 out of 5 stars unusual & entertaining movie
I saw this movie several years ago on tv (not your typical horror film) and while i couldn't get certain parts of it out of my mind... i couldn't remember other parts... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Needful Things
Disc in great shape. Took almost a month to get here. Seller said they switched carriers due to lost packages. I dont hold it against seller.
Published 12 months ago by Loren D. Bettles

3.0 out of 5 stars way way too harsh!
I just read Jeff Shannon's review of this film and quite frankly i don't understand why he is so harsh. it may not be the best stephen king film but it's far from the worst. Read more
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2.0 out of 5 stars Could've Been Better
I admit I haven't read the book Needful Things, but this movie just seems like its missing something. It starts out well, with a look at small town life. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Larry L. Chalfant, Jr.

5.0 out of 5 stars needful things
another great one from the twisted mind of king.you'll love it,i know i do.if you like king you have to see this one.you won't be dissapointed i promise!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A dark comedic joy
Unlike some of King's pieces,there is a touch of comedy and sexiness about Needful Things. From the moment the town's numerous foibles,feuds and vulnerabilities are woven,its is... Read more
Published on January 25, 2008 by Sharon Bc Foster

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