| The Other Sister | 
| Director: Garry Marshall
Actors: Juliette Lewis, Diane Keaton, Tom Skerritt, Giovanni Ribisi, Poppy Montgomery
Studio: Walt Disney Video
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (100 reviews)
Sales Rank: 2550
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dvd-video, Letterboxed, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 130 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
DVD Layers: 1
DVD Sides: 1
Picture Format: Letterbox
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 4.7 x 0.6
MPN: DISD17445D
ISBN: 0788816160
UPC: 717951002952
EAN: 9786305531296
ASIN: 6305531293
Release Date: September 7, 1999
Theatrical Release Date: February 26, 1999
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Description
This funny and uplifting romantic comedy features outstanding performances from Juliette Lewis (ENOUGH), Diane Keaton (HANGING UP, THE FIRST WIVES CLUB), and Tom Skerritt (CONTACT) in a great star-packed cast! Even though Carla (Lewis) has grown into a very capable young woman, her nervous mother (Keaton) still has a major meltdown when Carla announces she's in love for the first time! So as Carla and her new boyfriend (Giovanni Ribisi, GONE IN 60 SECONDS, SAVING PRIVATE RYAN) set out to experience all of life's great adventures, they're also out to prove that Carla has earned her independence! The latest big-screen favorite from Garry Marshall, the acclaimed director of PRETTY WOMAN and RUNAWAY BRIDE -- you're sure to cheer this feel-good treat!
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Filming a love story centered on two mentally challenged people is a touching idea, one that's been attempted in films such as Benny and Joon and even, to a certain extent, As Good As It Gets. The Other Sister is another addition to the genre, a well- acted comedy-drama centering on the romance of Carla (Juliette Lewis) and Daniel (Giovani Ribisi) and throwing in some general family angst as a secondary story line. The acting is tremendous--Lewis and Ribisi both give convincing performances without condescending to their characters. Diane Keaton plays yet another charming scatterbrain, this time as Elizabeth Tate, the uptight, rich mother who wants a picture-perfect life. But good acting isn't enough here. These fine actors drown in a sea of mediocre writing, and we're left with a film with no real conflict or tension. Will Carla and Daniel make it work? Well, of course. Will mother Elizabeth loosen up about her "gay workaholic" daughter and let Carla live her own life? Do you really need to ask? There are a few cringe-worthy moments that have a sense of truthfulness, such as when Daniel stands up at Carla's sister's wedding to announce his feelings. But otherwise, these characters live in a pampered, fairy-tale world where the worst thing that happens to them is that the meanies at school put chewing gum in Daniel's bike helmet. Ultimately, this is a sweet, albeit occasionally saccharine, tale that will move those who are looking for cheerful fare. --Jenny Brown
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 Great Movie to Ad to my collection November 16, 2008
I received this movie in great condition and very happy to ad to my collection. Thank you.
There's someone for everyone September 30, 2008
The Other Sister is a coming of age story about Carla Tate, the daughter of a successful dentist, who wants to go to college, live in her own apartment and have a boyfriend. But Carla is mentally challenged, and her mom would prefer to keep her safe at home. This story will remind you that those who are different have the same hopes & desires as the rest of us and, in Carla's case, an extra portion of determination. Beautifully filmed on location in San Francisco and with talented performances by Juliette Lewis & Giovanni Ribisi, the Other Sister does a great job portraying its characters with humor while not causing viewers to laugh AT them. A real love story that's sure to please the romantic in you.
AWESOME July 28, 2008
When this movie first came out my kids were a bit younger, and they loved it! I looked all over and finally found it on Amazon. I would recommend if you are looking for a fun family movie! Juliette Lewis does a GREAT Performance
VERY WELL ACTED AND NOT OVERLY SENTIMENTAL! 3 1/2 STARS! July 12, 2008
This film could have been a disaster, but with a smart script, fine cast and some restraint, it turned out to be a very good film. Juliette Lewis and Giovanni Ribisi are exceptional in this quirky tale of love and determination. With Tom Skerritt never more likable and Diane Keaton never more annoying(on purpose)this story of a young retarded women's determination to be independent is sometimes funny, insightful and heartbreaking! More importantly than her independence is her need to get from under her mother's thumb. She finds a friend in Giovanni Ribisi's character of Daniel and the two fall in love. I rate it 3 1/2 stars, but it's the kind of movie that I can see growing on me with repeat viewings.
Great service January 14, 2008
My daughter had been looking for this DVD for quite a while and I was able to find it on Amazon and give it as a Christmas present. Service was quick and efficient.
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