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Avanti [DVD] [1972]

DVD ~ Jack Lemmon
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Jack Lemmon, Juliet Mills, Clive Revill, Edward Andrews, Gianfranco Barra
  • Directors: Billy Wilder
  • Writers: Billy Wilder, I.A.L. Diamond, Samuel A. Taylor
  • Producers: Billy Wilder
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English, Italian
  • Subtitles: Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, French, Greek
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 12
  • Studio: MGM Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 7 Jun 2004
  • Run Time: 141 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0001Y9YL6
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 13,837 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Amazon.co.uk Review

The complete obscurity of Avanti is a cinematic injustice that needs to be rectified. Jack Lemmon and director Billy Wilder made their share of hits together (Some Like It Hot and The Apartment, for starters), but this wry, melancholy comedy was completely out of touch with its time (which recalls a Wilder one-liner from the 1970s: "Who the hell would want to be in touch with these times?"). It may have flopped badly in 1972, but it wears well in retrospect. Lemmon plays a jerk American businessman called to Italy to pick up the body of his father, who died while enjoying a secret (and, it turns out, annual) liaison with a mistress. With the help of a delightful Englishwoman (Juliet Mills) who happens to be the daughter of the "other woman", Lemmon finds himself stepping in a few of dad's footsteps, and falling under the sway of the beguiling Italian atmosphere. It's a very leisurely movie, but that's part of the effect. Clive Revill delivers a gem of a performance as a heroic hotel manager, and Juliet Mills (sister of Hayley, daughter of Sir John) had her finest screen hour here. As a director, Wilder spent much of his early career camouflaging his romantic streak under a cynical front; here, despite many acerbic touches and the presence of death as the central plot device, the romance is in full flower under the rich Italian sun. --Robert Horton, Amazon.com


DVD Description

Wendell (Lemmon) goes to Italy to pick up his father's body after an automobile accident. He soon finds that his self righteous elderly father had been having an affair with Pamila's (Mills) mother for the past 10 years and were known as the model romantic couple at the hotel.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars what a wonderful surprise, 8 Feb 2006
As a movie fan I can´t forgive myself for not discovering this film until my wife told me about it. No wonder it´s her favourite,it´s almost mine too now (among my three favourite films, the others being "Rebecca" and "Wuthering Heights"). We watch it time after time and never get tired of it. It´s Billy Wilder at its best. So witty, funny and perfect! The cast is great and that setting on that tiny italian island makes you want to have an affair yourself. Not to mention the music, which I´ve been after for a long time unsuccessfully. At least I was lucky enough to find the song "senza fine". It´s a pity there´s no soundtrack available. To me this is what films are all about and I will treasure this wonderful surprise from my wife. Thank you, Rosie.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A gem of a movie, very quirky but interesting storyline,, 20 Dec 2001
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This review is from: Avanti [VHS] [1972] (VHS Tape)
A gem of a movie, very quirky but interesting storyling, great performances from Jack Lemmon and Juliet Mills coupled with stunning Italian scenery and a film score that stays in your memory long after the film has ended. The sort of film you can watch over and over without getting bored - a great mix of comedy and romance.
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Billy Wilder classic for any romantics out there..., 21 Dec 2000
This review is from: Avanti [VHS] [1972] (VHS Tape)
This charming tale of love that was meant to be shows Jack Lemon at his most endearingly cantankerous (an oxymoron, but completely justified) and Juliet Mills at her most beautiful. The gorgeous scenery perfectly complements the witty yet touching script and the brilliantly crafted peripheral characters make this the perfect film for all classic romantic comedy lovers and purveyors of the human condition. A must for Billy Wilder fans - or, in fact, all fans of fated true love...
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5.0 out of 5 stars timeless comedy
the film may be thiry years old but it is still funny. I love to watch this movie every year especially when I come back from Italy. Read more
Published 3 months ago by John Penton

5.0 out of 5 stars Nostalgic, romantic and funny
The strains of the tune that runs nearly throughout the film is 'Un'ora sola ti vorrei' and one of the most famous Italian songs. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sergio Perotti

5.0 out of 5 stars Happy Films
This film is a delight. It is funny and joyous despite featuring a murder, blackmail and adultery in the plot. It is just a NICE film. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Dr. J. Z. Blankenstein

5.0 out of 5 stars "Italy Was Full Of Surprises!" The Tagline Reads. And This Gentle Gem Is One Of Them!!
When "Avanti!" was released in 1972, the world and its cinema had changed irrevocably. This gentle, slightly slow moving romantic-comedy about not-so-hip people had no real place... Read more
Published on 19 Aug 2007 by Mark Barry at Revival Records,...

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply wonderful
My dad and I loved Jack Lemmon to bits. Matter of fact, so much so, that when my dad died back in 1995, I wrote Jack, and told him how many fond memories I had of us, sitting at... Read more
Published on 29 Jul 2007 by MORTEN AASTAD

4.0 out of 5 stars a fine romance
A lovely, gentle, heart warming film. These first few words may have put you off, but don't let them - this may not be as popular or famous as Wilder's "Some Like it Hot" for... Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2005 by Mr. P. Lamdin

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great Jack Lemmon Comedy
Despite the unfortunate video cover, this is a very good film. With more subtle humour and romance than past Wilder films it is a nice easy pace to enjoy. Read more
Published on 8 Feb 2002 by you_talking2me

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