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Catch Me If You Can [DVD] [2003]

Leonardo DiCaprio (Actor), Tom Hanks (Actor), Steven Spielberg (Director) | Format: DVD
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Christopher Walken, Martin Sheen, Nathalie Baye
  • Directors: Steven Spielberg
  • Writers: Frank Abagnale Jr., Jeff Nathanson, Stan Redding
  • Producers: Anthony Romano, Barry Kemp, Daniel Lupi, Devorah Moos-Hankin
  • Format: Anamorphic, Full Screen, PAL
  • Language: German, French, English
  • Subtitles: English, German, French, Arabic, Bulgarian
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested) (US MPAA rating. See details.)
  • Run Time: 141 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0000A5B5E
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 139,827 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Now You See Him... Now You Don't 21 Aug 2003
By Michael Crane
Format:DVD
"Catch Me if You Can" is a smart and occasionally funny film that shows you that sometimes the most outrageous stories are the ones that are true. Yes, this was inspired by a true story. How close to the facts it stayed is unknown to me, but what is known is that this was a film that kept me intrigued and in awe from start to finish.

Leonardo DiCaprio plays Frank Abagnale Jr.; a young and bright kid who can con with the best of them. How he got there is that he has learned from the best, his father. Things get shaky when his parents are undergoing investigations from the IRS and his mother wants to get a divorce. Not knowing what else to do, Frank runs away and tries his best to make it on his own by doing what he does best: con. Posing in many different occupations such as an airline co-pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer triggers a cat/mouse chase conducted by FBI agent Carl Hanratty (Hanks). The movie keeps your attention throughout and leaves you unsure of what's going to happen next.

I loved everything about this movie. It was ten times better than I thought it would've been, mainly because the trailers do mislead you (as many have said) into thinking that you're going to be seeing a whacky chase comedy with all sorts of shenanigans and mishaps. Well, yes it is a funny movie at times, but I don't think I would really label it as a comedy. A lot of the things that happen in the film are actually heartbreaking and sad. So be aware of that when you decide to buy a ticket for this one.

The performances were more than ingenious. Tom Hanks is as great as ever and really takes his role to the limit while DiCaprio also proves to be a fabulous actor as well, and also is able to show us there is life after "Titanic....

Stephen Spielberg does an outstanding job of orchestrating this wildly unpredictable film. It doesn't always have to be sci-fi this or aliens-that when it comes to his films. He's able to expose the heart of the story with ease in this film, not cheating us out of anything at any point during the entire movie. I wished he'd do more films like these because he's really good at it. Although I do love some of sci-fi films like "Minority Report," I think his more realistic films like "Saving Private Ryan" and "Schindler's List" is when you get to see his true and unique talent at its absolute best.

"Catch Me if You Can" was a pleasant surprise for me. I did not plan on liking it as much as I did, which in itself is a pretty neat quality of the film. Just remember that this isn't supposed to be a "dead-on" comedy. There are funny and amusing moments, but some of the things you will see are actually sad in some cases. Still, this is a very well-made movie with top notch performances that definitely deserve recognition. Very worth your time. Read more ›

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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Leo's best role yet 16 Oct 2004
By Kona TOP 1000 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD
Catch Me If You Can tells the incredible true story of a teenage runaway who finds himself alone in the big city and in need of a job. He uses his wit and creativity to live the good life, successfully posing as an airline pilot, physician, and lawyer, and cashing millions of dollars in bad checks, all before he is 18 years old!

Leonardo DiCaprio is utterly convincing as teenager Frank Abagnale, Jr. His considerable poise and confidence charm us immediately. Tom Hanks plays the stalwart FBI agent who chases Frank for years, forming an odd bond with him. Christopher Walken plays Frank's troubled father in his typically eerie style. There are many surprises and some chuckles along the way. This is a very enjoyable film about an amazingly resourceful young man. Enjoy!

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended account of Frank Abagnale Jr. 10 April 2007
By Jay
Format:DVD
I really liked this movie and i thought that it was real entertaining. i really liked how he kept switching characters.The story line moved rapidly and kept people on the edge of there sits. i would definitely recommend this movie to my friends. The only flaw was that it is kind of sad that it is true. Frank Abagnale Jr's life story acted out by Di Caprio comes out as a combination of sheer luck and guile. he is not a bad person just someone who is confident in front of the whole world but insecure to his father and Tom Hanks. I found the incident of how he passed the Bar Exam really interesting...the guy had brains. This DVD also does justice to the real life persona as well.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Catch me if you can 26 Aug 2003
By A Customer
Format:DVD
Based on a true story, and the lead roles cast to Leonardo Di Caprio and Tom Hanks, I had high hopes for this movie. The plot is brilliant, the acting is good so I can't seem to understand why this film seemed to drag, but it did. Neither Hanks or Di Caprio are in their best roles here. They both pull of good performances, but nothing memoriable.
The film seems to drag, despite most of it being a fast moving storyline, this isn't pulled off.
This movie is good 2 hours entertainment, but it's missing that x factor that makes movie's memorable, and I'll doubt this will be in manys favourtie movie collection. But it's funny, and entertaining and definatly worth a look.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Very Nearly a 5* Movie! 12 Nov 2003
By Michael Abbott
Format:DVD
Catch Me If You Can is a great movie. I would easily give it 5 stars, but it is not quite there, though very nearly.

Steven Spielberg directs this incredible-but-true story of the young life of Frank Abagnale Jr. Following the traumatic divorce of his beloved parents (Christopher Walken and Nathalie Baye) in the 1960s, at age sixteen Abagnale (Leonardo DiCaprio) goes AWOL, becoming a prodigious cheque forger and impersonator of a Pan-Am pilot, a doctor and lawyer. Soon he has the FBI fraud squad on his trail, in particular dogged agent Carl Hanratty (Tom Hanks), who carries on a game of cat-and-mouse with Abagnale over a few years.

You will not be disappointed if you buy this movie. The special features on the double disc dvd are very good, and gives a great insight into the making of the film, and an interview with the real man, Frank Abagnale.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars My review on Catch me if you can 14 Jan 2007
By P. DATTA
Format:DVD
Catch me if you can is a true story about a charming and devious con man Frank W Abagnale Jr who fakes his identity through various professions to obtain millions of dollars and was continuously chased by FBI. The movie is set in 1960's America, which is noticeable with the distinctive fashions, uniforms and music.

As the story is true, does it really reflect actual events of what happened concerning the fraudster? A small number of details may have been over-exaggerated, just to add amusement and entertainment to the movie. How he managed to obtain millions of dollars through deception and fake identity is really amazing and arouses curiosity. The FBI relentlessly chased him around America, no matter what the cost. But did they catch or did he continue to create havoc for the FBI? All will be revealed in the movie.

Overall, an enjoyable and entertainment movie to watch which is actually true, but question marks need to be raised about the truthfulness of the story. Like I say, I remain doubtful about. Fraud is still a major headache for police forces to combat. Over the years, there have been a large number of cases similar to the movie and an insight into how police force deal with the problem is clearly pointed out. The casting is solid with Tom Hanks, Leonardo DiCaprio and Christopher Walken. Just watch and judge what views and opinions you share about the movie.
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5.0 out of 5 stars catch me if you can dvd
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Published 1 month ago by JA
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing movie!
A fantastic true story with an amazing title seques of that which equals the master 'Saul Bass'. Great soundtrack, direction and the acting is faultless! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Douglas Bunn
4.0 out of 5 stars Catch me if you can
Product arrived on time, as I buy these products for my deaf son I assume it was fine he didn't say otherwise he is always happy with the films. Would recommend to others.
Published 2 months ago by MRS B MARTIN
2.0 out of 5 stars Not for me.
My son (forty-something) loved it, as did the couple I passed it on to. Perhaps it is just because I am not a DiCaprio fan, but after 15-20 minutes I had had enough.
Published 3 months ago by D. L. George
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Film
Love this film, all the more so for it being based on a true story. Well acted by all involved.
Published 3 months ago by Alan, Scotland
5.0 out of 5 stars Mindblowing Move
I hadn't seen this film in years, I only remembered it vaguely, but remembered it being a good film. Update - it is an incredible film. Read more
Published 3 months ago by matthewson1995
5.0 out of 5 stars Hanks fan
Fascinating story and well produced for the screen; good acting and fast pace. Nicely rounded-off at the end. A must-see for Hanks fans.
Published 4 months ago by tim arndt
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Film
Excellent entertaining film, bought after seeing a bit of it in a pub!! really enjoyed it, Good quality product, arrived timely
Published 4 months ago by Jayne T
5.0 out of 5 stars fabulous
This is my 15 year old sons favourite film ever and he is delighted to own it on DVD.
It is worthy of a 5 star rating as the acting and story line keep you engaged from the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Cruella
5.0 out of 5 stars good movie!
I had heard great reviews on this film, and watched in once on TV, so decided to buy it, and it is based on a true story, Frank was certainly a clever man!! Read more
Published 5 months ago by R. Kavanagh
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