- Actors: Jason Biggs, Chris Klein, Thomas Ian Nicholas, Alyson Hannigan, Shannon Elizabeth
- Directors: Chris Weitz, Paul Weitz
- Writers: Adam Herz
- Producers: Chris Weitz, Adam Herz, Chris Bender, Chris Moore, Craig Perry
- Format: Anamorphic, PAL, Widescreen, DTS Surround Sound, Subtitled
- Language English
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: 15
- Studio: Universal Pictures Video
- DVD Release Date: 1 Mar 2010
- Run Time: 95 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (92 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B0000AM752
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 7,373 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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Anyone who's watched just about any teenage film knows that the greatest evil in this world isn't chemical warfare, ethnic cleansing, or even the nuclear bomb. The worst crime known to man? Why, virginity, of course. As we've learned from countless films--from Summer of '42 to Risky Business--virginity is a criminal burden that one must shed oneself of as quickly as possible. And while many of these films have given the topic a bad name, American Pie quietly sweeps in and gives sex some of its dignity back. Dignity, you may say? How can a film that highlights intercourse with fruit pies, premature ejaculation broadcast across the Internet and the gratuitous "gross-out" shots restore the dignity of a genre that's been encumbered with such heavyweights as Porky's and Losin' It? The plot of American Pie may be typical, with four high-school friends swearing to "score" by prom, yet the film rises above the muck with its superior cast, successful and sweet humour, and some actually rather retro values about the meaning and importance of sex. Jason Biggs, Chris Klein, Thomas Ian Nicholas and Eddie Kaye Thomas make up the odd quartet of pals determined to woo, lie and beg their way to manhood. The young women they pursue are wary girlfriend Vicky (Tara Reid), choir girl Heather (Mena Suvari), band geek Michelle (Alyson Hannigan), and just about any other female who is willing and able. Natasha Lyonne as Jessica, playing a similar role as in Slums of Beverly Hills, is the general advisor to the crowd (when Vicky tells her "I want it to be the right time, the right place," Jessica responds, "It's not a space shuttle launch, it's sex"). The comedic timing hits the mark--especially in the deliberately awkward scenes between Jim (Biggs) and his father (Eugene Levy). And, of course, lessons are learned in this genuinely funny film, which will probably please the adult crowd even more than it will the teenage one. --Jenny Brown
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Funny, Funny, Funny, Funny, Barf, Funny.......,
By antony@sheppard.karoo.co.uk (Hull, UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: American Pie [DVD] [1999] (DVD)
Some people have stated that this film is the Porky's for the nineties. I disagree, Porky's was unrealistic and daft. American pie, it has to be said, is one of those films which captures the moment precisely and is therefore extreemly funny. The script was written by someone who fully understands the sexual angst that teenagers go through in order to 'come of age'. The whole apple pie scene definitly deserves to enter cinema myth and legend as one of those great funnies, which I'm sure will be copied to death, as will the 'Beer with added extras' scene.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The first slice is the best,
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This review is from: American Pie (Ultimate Edition) [1999] [DVD] (DVD)
Alot of people may pass this one by on the hunch that its just another boob fest filled with toilet humor but this is not the case. The four main characters make a pact to all lose their virginitys by prom night and what follows is a mix of absolutly ridiculous situations and heart warming moments. There is such a wide variety of characters but they dont just fall into stereotypical catagories. Sean william scotts character steve stiffler is brilliant and always has me in stitches but i think that its worth watching for eugene levy alone, everytime hes in a scene he steals the spotlight. You wont regret watching this film, it may even leave you hungry for a second piece.They could not have chosen better people to play the parts. Sean William Scott is a legend for the role of stiffler and of course Jim, hes perfect for the role!! They need to stop making these new american pie films, beta house etc...because its ruining the first 3!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
An fantastic comedy , a film to watch with a load of mates !,
By A Customer
This review is from: American Pie (Unseen Version) [VHS] [1999] (VHS Tape)
American Pie is a brilliant, sexy film Something which will keep you laughing for a life time. A film to watch with people who like a laugh and defently not with v.high class people. This film you can watch to entertain your boyfriend or girlfriend. maybe for some people to learn a few things. But this is a five star film WATCH IT
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