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Rose è una rock star il cui successo è strettamente legato a una infinità di sbornie e droghe e ad una vita assolutamente sregolata: tutto questo la porterà ad un crollo inevitabile. Intrappolata in un inferno che si è costruita con le sue mani, Rose prega il suo agente di concederle uno stacco dal tour di concerti. Quando lui rifiuta, Rose cerca conforto e amore tra le braccia di un bel vagabondo, ma nemmeno lui riesce ad avere ragione della sua vita di eccessi.
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The one thing i see when i look at this film is the huge promising start Bette Midler gave to her first motion picture and that there was a genuine future film megastar.
Fast forward to 2005 and she has and never will top her oscar nominated roll in 'The Rose' and its a shame to have seen her take on such run of the mill comedies in the early 80s and 90s.Don't get me wrong 'Big Buisness' ' Outrageous Fortune' and 'Hocus Pocus' are all good little entertaining comedies but when you look at The Rose you just wanna say 'What happend in your film role decisions'.She could have become a serious Hollywood actress.
The film is stunning with the high point being the live stage performances which are incredible.Theres no doubt the lady can sing and her voice on tracks like 'When a man loves a woman' and 'Midnight in Memphis' are astounding.She gets the whole Joplin rock star down to a tee and plays it like she was born for the roll.The camera work capturing her on stage persona is awesome the only slightly dissapointing part is the end at her homecoming Texas show.
It easy to see why she was nominated for an oscar as this is hugley entertaining and touching.She is some parts reminds me more of Stevie Nicks that Janis Joplin and they get the whole rock lifestyle to a tee.
Midler has only had 2 other films to match the success and following that this got 'Beaches ' and 'The First Wives Club' but still they pale in comparison.Outstanding.
Fast forward to 2005 and she has and never will top her oscar nominated roll in 'The Rose' and its a shame to have seen her take on such run of the mill comedies in the early 80s and 90s.Don't get me wrong 'Big Buisness' ' Outrageous Fortune' and 'Hocus Pocus' are all good little entertaining comedies but when you look at The Rose you just wanna say 'What happend in your film role decisions'.She could have become a serious Hollywood actress.
The film is stunning with the high point being the live stage performances which are incredible.Theres no doubt the lady can sing and her voice on tracks like 'When a man loves a woman' and 'Midnight in Memphis' are astounding.She gets the whole Joplin rock star down to a tee and plays it like she was born for the roll.The camera work capturing her on stage persona is awesome the only slightly dissapointing part is the end at her homecoming Texas show.
It easy to see why she was nominated for an oscar as this is hugley entertaining and touching.She is some parts reminds me more of Stevie Nicks that Janis Joplin and they get the whole rock lifestyle to a tee.
Midler has only had 2 other films to match the success and following that this got 'Beaches ' and 'The First Wives Club' but still they pale in comparison.Outstanding.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Bette's first ever film. I cannot really think of how to describe this movie. In essence it gives a story of a conglomerate character that represents many of the female 'go for broke' rock stars of the 70's. Most recognisably Janis Joplin.
The Rose (Midler) needs a break from performing, and in due course promises her new partner that after she plays her home town she will take a year out and get sober. The Rose later realises that her love of performing is too great for a year out. Her partner leaves her and she takes every pill, every drug she can find, and then collapses on stage in a highly dramatic almost disturbing final scene.
I realise as I read back over the few lines of utter garbage that I have written that I will never be able to express my feelings about this film in words, it is a film that has to be watched.
As Bette Midler's greatest fan, all I can say is that her acting is flawless. I have seen films such as "that old feeling" and "outrageous fortune" in which everyone including our dear Bette is very over the top and I was quite shocked when I saw "The Rose". Bette's acting is true and gritty realism, she deserved the golden globe and she should have got the Oscar.
One last remark, if you are expecting a "CC Bloom" character from this film, um... DON'T!!!!
Buy this film otherwise Fr Christmas will realise you have been naughty and will never bring you presents again!!!!
Dominic Mattos
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I'd heard the words and fell in love with them, so had to get the DVD. Bought this brand-new copy, which played well, I'm pleased to say. Hung on to it, until my boyfriend and I could get away together, to watch it in peace! The story grabs your attention from the very start. You're in the present, then look back to see how the story of 'The Rose', Bette Midler's character, unfolds. Fantastic voice, powerful songs, powerful story line. Without giving too much of the story away, let's just say, I could relate to her and her character's problems and finding someone who really cared about her, only her problems got in the way of lasting romance. If you like rock, if you like Bette Midler, if you like a gritty story with some good humour too, you'll love this. I waited and waited for the song of the title to be sung and, finally, it was, just at the right moment, when you're reaching for the box of tissues to blow your nose! As a self-destructive, sensitive character, Bette Midler was believable. If, like me, you were expecting a soppy love story, you'll be shocked at how hard-hitting this film is.. but, then, love's a funny thing!
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classic film
A classic film with great singing from bette midler for those who loved janise joplins tragic story, performed well , an oldy but a goody
Published 15 hours ago by rachael smith
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good
making people write long reviews on ggod they receive is in my opinion expecting a lot. surely just a simple word comment is enough??
Published 3 months ago by Ms. Julie A. Renyard
3.0 out of 5 stars
The Rose
not one of Bette's best films but still enjoyable and quite realistic even today with drugs and celebrities- excellent Amazon service again as usual - well done
Published 4 months ago by Dawn Taylor
4.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT DVD FOR MY COLLECTION
SHAME THE SOUND IS OF POOR QUALITY AND NO SUBTITLES AT ALL. WILL STILL ADD IT TO MY COLLECTION AS JANIS JOPLIN DESERVES TO BE REMEMBERED AND BETTE MIDLER IS AN ALL AROUND ARTIST,... Read more
Published 8 months ago by BORN
4.0 out of 5 stars
Bog standard fame cliches elevated by Middler
'The Rose' is two hours of enjoyable entertainment. Described as a 'Joplin-like' drama, I initially wanted a Janis Joplin biopic. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Tim Kidner
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brill
A must buy ... Brilliant, this is a Bette midler classic and a great film with great music!
Item recived quick, completely satisfied with the service
Item recived quick, completely satisfied with the service
Published 17 months ago by Jem
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Rose DVD
This DVD showed the singing of Bette Middler and the problems of addiction. The music and singing were good. The story line was alright but not gripping.
Published 20 months ago by angie
5.0 out of 5 stars
What's She On!?!? - Midler's Rose Never Wilts For A Second
No-one should be too surprised that the soul-ripping, risk-taking titular performance delivered with nuclear intensity by La Midler was never to be repeated again in a film career... Read more
Published 23 months ago by S. J. Barlow
5.0 out of 5 stars
middler
I think she was oscar nominated for this and deservedly so, the rose of the title was allegedly modelled on janis joplin, middler's first concert shots in the movie are more jagger... Read more
Published on 29 April 2011 by redgeorge
4.0 out of 5 stars
Shock
This film was banned in Czechoslovakia in the time of origin. But in DDR (East German) was in cinemas. Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2011 by Pink
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