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Synopsis: A group of frustrated men in a remote Irish village decide to take out an ad for American wives
Starring: Ian Hart, Sean McGinley
Supporting actors: Niamh Cusack, Ruth McCabe, Ewan Stewart, Pat Shortt, Cathleen Bradley, Sean McDonagh, Risteard Cooper, Maureen O'Brien, Pat Laffan, Britta Smith, Joan Sheehy, Patricia Martin, Dessie Gallagher, Deborah Barnett, Frank Laverty, Doreen Keogh, Pauline Hutton, Nuala O'Neill, Michael McDougall, Nora Keneghan
Directed by: Aileen Ritchie
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 1 hour 33 minutes
Release year: 2000
Studio: Fox Searchlight
MPAA Rating: Rated PG-13 for brief language and some sexual material.
ASIN: B000I9YWJS (Rental) and B000I9VZ5W (Purchase)
Amazon.com Sales Rank: #44,951 in Amazon Video On Demand (See Bestsellers in Amazon Video On Demand)

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  • US Theatrical Release Date: May 08, 2000
  • MPAA: Rated PG-13 for brief language and some sexual material.
  • Production Company: Redwave Films
  • USA Box Office: $ 221 Thousand
  • Also Known As: American Women
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!, December 4, 2003
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This review is from: American Women [VHS] (VHS Tape)
One of my all time favorite movies. This is a truly funny film! No matter that it's a familiar theme--the characters are richly developed and endearing, and there are hilarious moments interwoven with poignant ones. I'm trying to find this movie on DVD, as it's also a favorite of my 24 year old daughter. The movie is timeless.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Closer You Get, October 29, 2001
By Laura Coffing "larz2199" (west jordan, UT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: American Women [VHS] (VHS Tape)
The Closer You Get- the harder it is to see the things that are staring you in the face- as the boys in this small Irish village find out. No matter where you live- you can relate to what the people of this small village feel (and do). The humor in this movie is light and refreshing. The music is just as fun (I recommend the soundtrack as well). This movie ranks up in my top 10 of the year.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Enchanting Irish Comedy, October 5, 2000
This review is from: American Women [VHS] (VHS Tape)
This is a quaint and charming little comedy about life and love in rural northwestern Ireland. Though it was a fun flick, the question remains how many rural Irish comedies can we watch before the material starts to get stale? The story begins with the single men of this little town complaining that the women are substandard and there are no marriage prospects. After downing far too many pints, they decide to place an advertisement in the Miami Herald to see if they can induce some American women to come to Ireland to the big town dance. When the townswomen get wind of the scheme, they invite some Spanish fishermen to the same dance. The result is a succession of comical situations where everyone makes fools of themselves in anticipation of the big day. The net result of all this is the lesson Dorothy learned when she left Kansas; that when you are looking for your heart's desire, you don't have to look any further than your own backyard.

Aileen Ritchie's directorial debut was marked by some nice photography of well-selected locations and an alluring portrayal of the local color and appeal. The characters all seemed very genuine and unaffected; the way country folks generally are regardless of national origin. The scenes leading up to the dance work well, but the film bogs down after the dance as the tone changes from mirthful to dramatic.

The acting was generally good with a couple of standouts. Ian Hart stole the show as Kieran the headstrong town butcher. He was simultaneously affable and obnoxious. His character's complete obliviousness to how ridiculous he was gave Hart ample opportunity to become a laugh magnet. Niahm Cusack was also enchanting as Kate, mixing mischievousness with romantic appeal to create a delightful character.

I rated this film a 7/10. It is very light fare, silly enough that it will get a chuckle or two out of almost everyone.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Predictable fun like the other fox flix films
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4.0 out of 5 stars Were it not for the trees, these boyos would see the forest

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5.0 out of 5 stars American Women
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5.0 out of 5 stars American Women Ian Hart
I got this product as a birthday present and my friend loved it. Great movie and she said she would love the movie.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Charming, Endearing, and OHMYGOSH, those accents!

This is a great movie for everyone to enjoy. I've passed it on to friends who have, in turn, bought it for themselves to share with others. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars "Characters" in every sense
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4.0 out of 5 stars If you liked Waking Ned Devine you will like this!
I thought this movie was cute and charming. Worth renting or buying (once the price drops from 103.00!) If you love all things Irish try this one.
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