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Crimes of the Heart [Region 2] (1986)

Diane Keaton (Actor), Jessica Lange (Actor), Bruce Beresford (Director) |  Rating: PG-13 |  Format: DVD
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)

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Three Oscar-winning actresses have a go at one of playwright Beth Henley's southern-fried comedies, and cook up an agreeable gumbo. In the town of Hazelhurst, Mississippi, Diane Keaton dithers her birthday away as one sister (Jessica Lange) returns from a flopped attempt at a singing career in Hollywood, and the other sister (Sissy Spacek) languishes in jail after shooting her abusive hubby. Truth be told, all three have been a little touched in the head ever since the long-past day when their mother hanged herself along with the family cat. Bruce Beresford provides the workmanlike direction, and Sam Shepard and Tess Harper contribute supporting turns. But this one's all about the three skillful stars, who eschew showboating and defer to each other with real grace--they have the rhythms of family conversation down pat, and they embody the glances and sighs of sisterhood, rather than acting them. --Robert Horton

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4.6 out of 5 stars (23 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Up-close and intimate, October 24, 2002
This review is from: Crimes of the Heart [VHS] (VHS Tape)
The films I watch tend to be action films of the likes of Arnie, Stallone and Gibson et al. So it may come as a surprise that I say that I think this film is a real gem. So why do I think that? Well, for a start it's just a pure delight from start to end. Great acting, great directing, great storyline. It's a southern story played out with charm, elegance and humanity. It's really very diificult to say exactly why one likes this movie because it really is a special personal experience that covers so many things, from aspects of motivation, the way the characters reflect and even just their accents. I will never forget those simple lines "oh babe why did you do it" and the replies, or the "she was just having a very bad day" lines too. It's a very personal film, laid back, up-close, intimate, soft, a work of art. Brilliant acting, brilliant direction and brilliant script - lovely film.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Always makes me smile, July 24, 2000
By "cindysd" (Springfield, IL USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Crimes of the Heart [VHS] (VHS Tape)
I've seen this movie about 5 or 6 times. After each viewing, I always feel good. Yes, it's kind of strange and sad, but Diane, Sissy and Jessica are fabulous. Tess Harper as Chick and Sam Shephard as Doc round out a superb cast. If you're in the mood for something a little different to curl up with, watch Crimes of the Heart!
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie, July 31, 2002
By Ralph R. Echtinaw (Alma, MI United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Crimes of the Heart [VHS] (VHS Tape)
Usually when I sense that the actors had a great time making a movie, the result isn't particularly noteworthy. ("Cannonball Run" comes to mind.) But "Crimes of the Heart" is an exception. If Jessica Lange, Diane Keaton and Sissy Spacek weren't absolutely delighted to tackle the lead roles in this film, they are much better actors than I thought.

The material is reminiscent of Flannery O'Connor, who wrote some of the most humorous, offbeat Southern fiction extant.

The three sisters are so controlled by their visceral reactions that one wonders if any of them have ever had an intellectual moment. Although it would be maddening to have such people for friends, they're great instruments for movie comedy.

One final note: If anyone thinks Sissy Spacek is goofy-looking (as I used to), they will change their mind when they see her in this. She is absolutely gorgeous here.

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5.0 out of 5 stars THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES!!
I bought this movie because my female family members got together for a slumber party (I'm the youngest at 44!)~We had a blast! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Chitabe

4.0 out of 5 stars You can't go wrong when you give Sissy Spacek a script like this...
Clever and witty, `Crimes of the Heart' is a film you just have fun watching; thanks in large part to the splendid performances by Jessica Lange and especially Sissy Spacek (who... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Andrew Ellington

5.0 out of 5 stars superb
I think this movie is awesome and i enjoyed it very much. Its all about dysfunctional people and is a real slice of life. These women are all great actresses
Published 13 months ago by Helen I. Bloomer

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Movie
This is one of my favorite movies I recommend it to people of all ages, it'll make you laugh and feel good especially if you have a sister.
Published 23 months ago by Lilly

1.0 out of 5 stars shazam! them southern gals sure is a caution, aint they?
ok, i dont wanna pick on jessica lange and sissy spacek, but why didnt they get sally field to play the third sister instead of diane keaton? huh? Read more
Published on May 11, 2007 by Jonathan Lapin

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Service, Great Product
Although it has been a while since I made this purchase I do remember that I was well pleased with the prompt delivery and the excellent condition of the DVD upon its arrival.
Published on January 4, 2007 by C. white

5.0 out of 5 stars Very entertaining!
Typically films that blend comedy and drama don't come off very well. They have a tendency to swing from one extreme to the other without establishing a happy medium. Read more
Published on July 19, 2006 by the apollo review

5.0 out of 5 stars Three Unlikely Sisters make Fun
Crimes of the Heart is the screen adaptation of the hit Beth Henley play. The McGrath sisters are an unlikely a set of sister. Read more
Published on December 19, 2005 by Movie Mania

5.0 out of 5 stars Crime of the Heart
This is the one of the funniest movies I have ever seen. If I didn't know better, I would say the author knows me and two of my sisters. Read more
Published on December 12, 2005 by Gayle P. Clark

5.0 out of 5 stars a Classic!
I saw this movie on tv in the late 80's and it's always stayed with me. I now on it and watch it from time to time. the best thing about this movie is of course the actors! Read more
Published on May 9, 2005 by Tim

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