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Beaches [DVD] [1989]

DVD ~ Bette Midler
4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Bette Midler, Barbara Hershey, John Heard, Spalding Gray, Lainie Kazan
  • Directors: Garry Marshall
  • Writers: Iris Rainer Dart, Mary Agnes Donoghue
  • Producers: Bette Midler, Bonnie Bruckheimer, Margaret South, Nick Abdo, Teri Schwartz
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English
  • Subtitles: Spanish, Finnish, English, Norwegian, Danish, Swedish
  • 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: 15
  • Studio: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainm
  • DVD Release Date: 5 May 2003
  • Run Time: 118 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00009XW7D
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 597 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Garry Marshall's 1988 drama about a 30-year friendship between two women, one wealthy (Barbara Hershey) and the other (Bette Midler) seeking her fortune in show business, is well written (based on the novel by Iris Rainer Dart) and nicely textured in its contrast between the characters' separate destinies. When Hershey becomes ill with cancer, the film takes a predictably sentimental course, yet Marshall brings out the best in both actresses and catches some very fine drama. Beaches is a little too long, perhaps, but overall it is a fine experience. --Tom Keogh

Amazon.co.uk Review
Director Garry Marshall's 1988 drama Beaches about the 30-year friendship between two women, one wealthy (Barbara Hershey) and the other (Bette Midler) seeking her fortune in show business, is well written (based on the novel by Iris Rainer Dart) and nicely textured in its contrast between the characters' separate destinies. When Hershey becomes ill with cancer, the film takes a predictably sentimental course, yet Marshall brings out the best in both actresses and catches some very fine drama. Beaches is a little too long, perhaps, but overall it is a fine experience. --Tom Keogh

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Grab your tissues, 26 April 2006
I have watched this film since the age of 20 and still it makes me cry 16 years later!! The clothes are very 80s, the hair is huge and the Divine Miss M's voice is never better. Its a great story about friendship through the years but I must warn you before you watch this film there are essentials to go with it - chocolate, wine and definately tissues - oh yeah and a good comedy DVD right after always helps - enjoy.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Heart Wrenching, 15 Oct 2004
By Mr President "POTUS" (Glasgow) - See all my reviews
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Its said that a successful film is one which makes the audience care about the characters. By heck Beaches does it with room to spare.

I first saw this film when i was about 8 years old, 12 years ago, now there's a thought! With maturity and greater understanding i now appreciate Beaches more. As can be taken from the other reviews the film centers around two childhood friends who grow up together as penpals and when they need each other in adult life not even continents could keep them apart. The relationship between the two is so well developed and this is what makes the ending so unbearably sad and tear jerking. And what review would be complete without the fantastic song Wind Beneath my Wings getting a mention, perfectly placed within the film and by itself a good enough reason to buy the Beaches soundtrack.

Its a tale of a friendship that many should aspire to achieve and its message of being there for one another from good times and bad, is one that can appeal to everyone.

Thoroughly enjoyable and recommended to everyone.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars You cant beat it, 26 Sep 2004
This film will break your heart an make you a babbling mess on the floor. This will make you cry, its just so good. You totally believe it all, the acting is superb and its just a great film. Its tells the story of two girls from different backgrounds, and there struggle to grow up and make something of themselves. With a tearful twist at the end.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beaches
A great film to watch. It's sad, funny and heart felt. Bette Midler is one of my old time favourite. Not to be missed.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beaches
Loved this DVD. Its funny and sad in equal proportions. Could see this many times. Its timeless.
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. A. S. Thomas

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this film
I sat with my 8 year old daughter late last year and we watched the film........ afterwards she looked at me and said "Thats really sad! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mrs. Lisa Ransom

5.0 out of 5 stars beaches
love this film -- great if you love real weepies. all about friendship and about how even when you have a row and dont speak, that when it comes down to it, there arent many... Read more
Published 5 months ago by M. Teodorini

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic tearjerker!
Looking a little bit dated in parts - but all the more kisch for that! This is an excellent film to watch with a group of female friends and a bottle of wine. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Alison Boler

5.0 out of 5 stars Tears before bedtime
My wife got this for her Christmas present and tonight decided this was the film to watch. As a guy I am a wreck!! Read more
Published 6 months ago by P. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars i love this !
this film is an absolute must see!

it will make u laugh and cry it will make you want to run to your best friend and give her a hug and tell her how much u love her... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mandy Bowes

5.0 out of 5 stars this is a true,one of that rare classics!!!
Cheesy for some.Others even narrowed this film that only women of all ages
love this and the "so-called" film critics said that this film is too sappy,weak,yada yak yak... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ben

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Probably the best chick flick of all time, OK, a bit dated now, but still great. Why don't they make films like this anymore?! Read more
Published 18 months ago by Lisa London

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic girly film!
Boys don't get this film, it's definitely a chick flick! Most girls can relate to this best friend relationship portrayed in the film, that's why it is so watchable. Read more
Published on 25 April 2007 by S. Dodd

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