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Richard Benjamin's off-beat 1990 comedy Mermaids found Cher at the peak of her big-screen form. She plays Mrs Flax to the manner born. The eccentric mother feeds her two daughters on hors d'oeuvres and sticks a pin in the map to decide the family's next destination when her love affairs have run their course. When they reach New England, however, events--and an unlikely but amiable suitor (Bob Hoskins)--interrupt her self-centred progress and bring the facts of life home to roost with a vengeance. It's a well-made comedy with good performances from Cher and Hoskins, although neither of them is particularly stretched. There is also enough tension in the relationship between Mrs Flax and her eldest child to make it poignant as well as funny. As the Flax daughters, Winona Ryder (neurotic, unworldly Charlotte) and Christina Ricci (swimming-mad "fishhead") show plenty of the promise which has since made them two of America's most appealing film actresses. Stuffed with authentic 1960s detail, Mermaids is actually a modern "woman's picture" which affirms the often precarious bonds of family relationships.
On the DVD: Presented in widescreen format, optimised for high-resolution television sets, Mermaids is a vibrant visual treat for anybody with an affection for 1960s kitsch and fashion. The picture quality is superb and the Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack sharp; some cracking dialogue has to share the sound waves with thumping hits of the day and, over the final credits, Cher's global smash hit rendering of "It's in His Kiss". But apart from a multilingual choice of soundtracks and subtitles and the original theatrical trailer, there are no extras. --Piers Ford
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Charlotte (Winona Ryder) is a teenage girl growing up in the 1960s, torn between her passion for a young man who works at the local church and her desire - despite being Jewish - to become a nun. Newly arrived in town, the tensions soon increase between Charlotte, her swimming-obsessed younger sister (Christina Ricci), and their man-eating mother (Cher) - a single parent who cannot come to grips with her family. Features the hit single 'The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss)' as performed by Cher.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Roland
Format:DVD
Actor turned director Benjamin's heartfelt, nostalgic rendering of Patty Dann's cult-novel dealing with the trials and tribulations of restless mother Cher, who changes towns as often as her current boyfriend doesn't live up to her expectations, and precocious, god-fearing daughter Ryder, who falls hard for the local caretaker man of Eastport, Boston, in the 60's. When salesman Hoskins lays eyes on Cher and she is smitten with Ryder's hunk, things get really complicated... Clever dialogue, peppered with now famous oneliners ('Charlotte you drive like old people make love'), a great 60's soundtrack (that's Betty Everett singing the original version of the Shoop Shoop Song 17 mins into the film), and top notch performances all around - with Ryder as a standout - make this one a treat. Though film takes you to familiar places - hey, we all have been 15 once, let alone madly in love for the first time - it rings true every second, and it helps you recalling those moments with a tear to shed and a smile on your face. What joy! What fun!
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Such a good film! Winona Ryder is excellent and I didnt believe that cher could act that good. It is one of those movies you can watch over and over again and not get bored of it. If you dont end up falling in love with little christina Ricci then may god have mercy on your soul!!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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A car can't be considered to be a classic until it is at least 20 years old. Another necessity is a reappraisal with the benefit of time.
Well, Mermaids is nearly 20 years old and, having just wathced it again for the first time in several years, I am happy to report I enjoyed as much, if not more, than ever -s urely the test of a good movie.
A mixture of gentle comedy, soft Pathos and light metaphor, Mermaids delivers a well known morale with a novel twist and just enough distance between our reality and that of the characters to make it touching and telling.
Cher is surreal, Christina Ricci adorable, Winona endangered while Bob plays the perfect fantasy father figure.
Well, Mermaids is nearly 20 years old and, having just wathced it again for the first time in several years, I am happy to report I enjoyed as much, if not more, than ever -s urely the test of a good movie.
A mixture of gentle comedy, soft Pathos and light metaphor, Mermaids delivers a well known morale with a novel twist and just enough distance between our reality and that of the characters to make it touching and telling.
Cher is surreal, Christina Ricci adorable, Winona endangered while Bob plays the perfect fantasy father figure.
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All gravy baby!
old classic film reminded me of my childhood growin up with a single crazy mum.so i do proper like this film and enjoyed it.arrived in a few days and came in good condition. Read more
Published 12 days ago by R. J. Derry
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Love this film
Really enjoyed this fun film and also loved the cast and songs. put me iin a real good feeling mood and was singing the songs for days
Published 24 days ago by Carolyn Murphy
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Fast Service!
I would recommend this to anyone, classic film bought for my daughter. Here in no time, really fast and efficient service.
Published 1 month ago by Lola
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mermaids
Arrived on time. Loved this film, and Cher and Hoskins were excellent in it. Great old tunes. Would recommend this.
Published 1 month ago by EAP of B
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A Moving Family Dance Scene
"Mermaids,"(1990) starring the well-known singer-actress-entertainer Cher, is another good romantic comedy that came along on the heels of the 1980s. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Stephanie DePue
3.0 out of 5 stars
mermaids
again hav'nt personally watched this film as it was bought for a present for a friend who tells me it it one of her favourites.
Published 4 months ago by muriel richardson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mermaids
This film is fab. I've watched it a few times now with my teenagers, who loved it too.A blast from the past!
Published 6 months ago by Emma
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Just love it
I can't help but love this film. Cher is amazing in it - really finding her home in the role of disorganised, infuriately, loving and bohemian mother whilst Christina Ricci steals... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Gary
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Mermaids
A great film, & Cher plays a great part in this film, it's just how I would expect Cher to be as a mum in real life because she plays the part so well. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mary
4.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect!
I have brought this for my Sister as a birthday present as she always used to watch this film when we were younger and she loved it. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mrs. A. K. J. Bridger
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