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When a dog wriggles his adorable rear end into a human's life, the human will never be the same. And both Marley, the dog, and Marley & Me, the movie, manage to endear themselves deeply despite a few wee flaws. Readers of the John Grogan bestseller already know the raffish charm of the incorrigible yellow lab puppy, Marley, adopted by Grogan and his wife because she's "never seen anything more adorable in my life." But Grogan's simple tale of love, in all its forms, shines on the big screen, thanks to deft comic turns by Jennifer Aniston--in top form here--and Owen Wilson. Their chemistry is utterly natural and believable as Marley's owners, as is their interaction with the very naughty but ultimately irresistible Marley. As Marley grows up, the film follows his escapades--flunking out, spectacularly, from puppy training at the hands of a wickedly funny Kathleen Turner. And as Marley grows up, John and Jenny build their life together and weather some tough emotional blows. Like My Dog Skip, which it resembles in its affection for its subject, Marley & Me is a tear-jerker, but in the sweetest, most lovely way--because it, and its four-legged star, have wriggled into our hearts. Good boy. --A.T. Hurley, Amazon.com
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David Frankel (The Devil Wears Prada) delivers another charming comedy. Based on the hit memoir by John Grogan, Marley and Me chronicles the relationship of John (Owen Wilson) and Jen (Jennifer Aniston) as they face the challenges of marriage and work to start a family. By their side is their beloved dog, Marley, who can chew through drywall, got kicked out of obedience school, and never met a leg he didn't like. The cute pup's antics come to signify the unexpected challenges that everyone faces in adulthood, and the film is ultimately a paean to unconditional love; others may see Marley as the 'world's worst dog', but throughout it all, he proves to be the couple's most faithful friend.
Marley and Me plays like a modern day Norman Rockwell portrait with a little more bite, courtesy of the snark-friendly screenwriters and the title's wild mutt. The sets are sumptuous, with every shot lovingly lit to look like a Hallmark card. The winning lead performances help elevate the picture above its feel-good counterparts; Aniston is radiant and Wilson shows off sharp dramatic chops, giving some maturity to his loveable comedic persona. Alan Arkin gives a scene-stealing performance as Wilson's boss, and Kathleen Turner proves to be a great sport with her physically demanding cameo as Marley's obedience instructor. But in the end the picture belongs to the dogs, and for once that's a good thing. A film that keeps the audience cooing, cracking up, and crying, Marley and Me is sure to become a family favourite.
Special Features:
"Laughter, tears and the naughtiest dog in the world" ****--Charles Gant, Heat
Marley and Me plays like a modern day Norman Rockwell portrait with a little more bite, courtesy of the snark-friendly screenwriters and the title's wild mutt. The sets are sumptuous, with every shot lovingly lit to look like a Hallmark card. The winning lead performances help elevate the picture above its feel-good counterparts; Aniston is radiant and Wilson shows off sharp dramatic chops, giving some maturity to his loveable comedic persona. Alan Arkin gives a scene-stealing performance as Wilson's boss, and Kathleen Turner proves to be a great sport with her physically demanding cameo as Marley's obedience instructor. But in the end the picture belongs to the dogs, and for once that's a good thing. A film that keeps the audience cooing, cracking up, and crying, Marley and Me is sure to become a family favourite.
Special Features:
- 19 deleted scenes with optional commentary by the director
- Gag reel
- Five featurettes--Finding Marley, Breaking the Golden Rule, On Set with Marley: Dog of All Trades, Animal Adoption and When Not to Pee
"Laughter, tears and the naughtiest dog in the world" ****--Charles Gant, Heat
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By Spudola
Format:Blu-ray
Let get this out of the way, to have written a book on your life with your dog is strange enough, especially if you weren't really that famous worldwide.
To make it into a film is lunacy!
Unless you are a film house knowing the amount of people that have and love dogs then you are basically a cynical movie mogul
The truth is if you are a dog lover you'll laugh at the shared experiences of an unrulely hound, you'll wince at the shared embarrasment of the public exhibitions of your lack of control you'll share the grief of the inevitable day when you have to say goodbye.
The beauty in this film is that it doesn't pretend to be anything else than the life story of a dog who happens to be bestowed upon two very unprepared owners and much as parents learn with their first child we all learn with our first dog.
This is a heartwarming and funny journey through someone else's hell to paradise to the heartrending days that all follow pet ownership.
As a BR disc its not a bad transfer, the sound is good.
Overall a good film if you love this subject, if you don't ... just avoid.
To make it into a film is lunacy!
Unless you are a film house knowing the amount of people that have and love dogs then you are basically a cynical movie mogul
The truth is if you are a dog lover you'll laugh at the shared experiences of an unrulely hound, you'll wince at the shared embarrasment of the public exhibitions of your lack of control you'll share the grief of the inevitable day when you have to say goodbye.
The beauty in this film is that it doesn't pretend to be anything else than the life story of a dog who happens to be bestowed upon two very unprepared owners and much as parents learn with their first child we all learn with our first dog.
This is a heartwarming and funny journey through someone else's hell to paradise to the heartrending days that all follow pet ownership.
As a BR disc its not a bad transfer, the sound is good.
Overall a good film if you love this subject, if you don't ... just avoid.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This beautifully mastered movie focus' on fun-loving, newly weds John (Owen Wilson) and Jennifer Grogan (Jennifer Anniston) and their highs and lows of becoming the owners of the playful pup which we all know, to be Marley.
As the film progresses you really experience the thrills and highlights of the couples life with the new addition to the family, and the experiences that they have to put up with.
The couple instantly fall in love with there lively, little labrador but soon experience the struggles with owning the mischievous animal; He won't respond to any command, messes up the house and causes utter chaos!
Although the couple can't seem to control their adorable, but naughty and neurotic dog, he does seem to teach them new life skills. The director, due to the well written storyline, is also able to manipulate the audience so that when they leave the theatre they have learnt new life skills too. He is able to create images within the viewers head and from these the audience are able to depict their own views and opinions about the characteristics and morals which are clearly illustrated throughout.
I would strongly advise you to view this movie as it is like a ride, it has highs and lows. The quirky comedy elements make you smile throughout and of course the sympathetic elements that bring tears to your eyes.
Overall this is a classic family film, suitable for any audience whatever time of year!
As the film progresses you really experience the thrills and highlights of the couples life with the new addition to the family, and the experiences that they have to put up with.
The couple instantly fall in love with there lively, little labrador but soon experience the struggles with owning the mischievous animal; He won't respond to any command, messes up the house and causes utter chaos!
Although the couple can't seem to control their adorable, but naughty and neurotic dog, he does seem to teach them new life skills. The director, due to the well written storyline, is also able to manipulate the audience so that when they leave the theatre they have learnt new life skills too. He is able to create images within the viewers head and from these the audience are able to depict their own views and opinions about the characteristics and morals which are clearly illustrated throughout.
I would strongly advise you to view this movie as it is like a ride, it has highs and lows. The quirky comedy elements make you smile throughout and of course the sympathetic elements that bring tears to your eyes.
Overall this is a classic family film, suitable for any audience whatever time of year!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By blueWkd
Format:DVD
i can honestly say... i only see my dad cry when something is really sad...which is only 3 times in all the years i have known him. He isnt exactly the type to cry in films. Yeah... we do have dogs and he loves them to bits obvs but he isnt like a huge dog lover... say... everytime he sees one he would go up to it and hug it.
Anyway i love the book and the film just as much. How can they make you love a dog so much when you havent even met it? it is really funny and i really enjoyed it. i just didnt like it when Marley dies:'(
Anyway i love the book and the film just as much. How can they make you love a dog so much when you havent even met it? it is really funny and i really enjoyed it. i just didnt like it when Marley dies:'(
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great
bought this as a present for my sister she loves the movie and it arrived very quickly. would defiantly recommend
Published 16 days ago by bronwyn
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not your typical junk romcom
I have always been disappointed by Jennifer as she just does tonnes of pop corn movie romcoms. While starting like that it actually has a story and gets quite serious!
Published 19 days ago by J. Gerrard
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get the tissues ready
I absoultely loved watching marley and me. It is a real tear jerker at times so please get the tissues ready. Its worth buying this dvd its only £3. I highly recommend this dvd.
Published 1 month ago by bookmoviefanatic
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Great tear jerker suitable for all the family
Heartwarming tale of growing up with a mischievous dog. No one had a dry eye in our house by the end of the film. Lovely mix of comedy and sentimentality
Published 1 month ago by S. Cook
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Lovely family film
Lovely family film, sad but heart warming, my partner and I love these sort of films and are actually getting a lab ourselves as our wedding present :) Hopefully many happy... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Charley
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Fab
Great film for all the family this will is a fantastic story of the love of a family and there dog
Published 2 months ago by Ms. S. M. Frazer
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fun girlie DVD
Daughters enjoyed it,( it is not one for the men really in my opinion) unless they have soft spot for dogs. Good feel good view.
Published 2 months ago by Mary
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Overrated...
This movie is VERY overrated. I have no idea why do many people love it so much and cry at it.
Let me say first that I AM a dog lover. Read more
Let me say first that I AM a dog lover. Read more
Published 2 months ago by SilverStar
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MARLEY AND ME DVD
IT WAS ALRIGHT, BUT I DIDN'T FEEL THE NEED TO LOOK AT IT A SECOND TIME. HOWEVER, MY LOVE OF DOGS HELPED ME TO ENJOY IT
Published 3 months ago by Janet Munford
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Marley & Me DVD
I lthink this movie is a guilty pleasure - it makes you laugh and cry despite yourself. If you love dogs and treat them like a member of your family and not just a pet - then you... Read more
Published 3 months ago by MS DA MCLOUGHLIN
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